2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2012 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2012 Toyota Venza 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2012 Toyota Venza. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2012 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Venza weights approximately 281 kg more than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2012 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda RX-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Venza will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota Venza (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda RX-8. 2012 Toyota Venza 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 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda RX-8 | 2012 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | RX-8 | Venza |
Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1306 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 1706 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 67 L |