2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2012 Infiniti G25
To start off, 2012 Infiniti G25 is newer by 5 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 2,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Infiniti G25 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Infiniti G25 (218 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Infiniti G25 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Infiniti G25 weights approximately 185 kg more than 2007 Mazda RX-8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Infiniti G25 (254 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Infiniti G25 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda RX-8. 2012 Infiniti G25 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. 2012 Infiniti G25 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mazda RX-8 | 2012 Infiniti G25 | |
Make | Mazda | Infiniti |
Model | RX-8 | G25 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1306 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 218 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 254 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1610 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4773 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1773 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2850 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 76 L |