2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2007 Peugeot Partner
To start off, both 2007 Mazda RX-8 and 2007 Peugeot Partner were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Peugeot Partner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP) has 158 more horse power than 2007 Peugeot Partner. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Peugeot Partner.
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 Peugeot Partner, 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 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Peugeot Partner. (120 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Peugeot Partner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda RX-8 | 2007 Peugeot Partner | |
| Make | Mazda | Peugeot |
| Model | RX-8 | Partner |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Panel Van |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 1360 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1810 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |
