2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2009 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Porsche Boxster is newer by 2 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 3,387 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Porsche Boxster (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 63 more horse power than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 70 kg more than 2009 Porsche Boxster.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Porsche Boxster (340 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Porsche Boxster 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 | 2009 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | RX-8 | Boxster |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1307 cc | 3387 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | boxer |
Horse Power | 228 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 211 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 93 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 78 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 235 km/hour | 272 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 5.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4330 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1300 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 10.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 64 L |