2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2013 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2013 Porsche Cayenne is newer by 6 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (395 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 960 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.
Because 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2013 Porsche Cayenne (500 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Cayenne 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 | 2013 Porsche Cayenne | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | RX-8 | Cayenne |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 1306 cc | 4800 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | boxer |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 395 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 96 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 83 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2140 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4846 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 2154 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1705 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2895 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.4 L/100km |