2007 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2013 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2013 Toyota Venza 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 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Venza. (179 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Venza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Venza weights approximately 610 kg more than 2007 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2013 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, 2013 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, 2013 Toyota Venza (247 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda RX-8. 2013 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. 2013 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 Mazda RX-8 | 2013 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | RX-8 | Venza |
Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1306 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 247 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 73 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 105 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1790 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2775 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 67 L |