2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse (263 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse should accelerate faster 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse, 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse (353 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda RX-8 | 2008 Mitsubishi Eclipse | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | RX-8 | Eclipse |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 3828 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.9 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |
