2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, both 2007 Mazda RX-8 and 2007 Volkswagen Sharan were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Volkswagen Sharan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (148 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan weights approximately 243 kg more than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
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 Volkswagen Sharan, 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 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. (210 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Sharan. 2007 Volkswagen Sharan 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 Volkswagen Sharan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mazda RX-8 | 2007 Volkswagen Sharan | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | RX-8 | Sharan |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1307 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 86.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 199 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1668 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4640 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1820 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |