2007 Kia Picanto vs. 2007 Mazda RX-8
To start off, both 2007 Kia Picanto and 2007 Mazda RX-8 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,306 cc, 2007 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 125 more horse power than 2007 Kia Picanto. (64 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Picanto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 497 kg more than 2007 Kia Picanto. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Mazda RX-8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Kia Picanto, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 121 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Picanto. (99 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Picanto. 2007 Kia Picanto has automatic transmission and 2007 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2007 Mazda RX-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Kia Picanto will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Picanto | 2007 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Picanto | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1086 cc | 1306 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 99 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.1:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 154 km/hour | 223 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 17.9 seconds | 7.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 928 kg | 1425 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3500 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2380 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.8 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 35 L | 61 L |
