2008 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2008 Mazda RX-8
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Colorado and 2008 Mazda RX-8 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,901 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado (185 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (108 HP @ 8200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Colorado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda RX-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado 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, 2008 Chevrolet Colorado (258 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (140 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Colorado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda RX-8. 2008 Mazda RX-8 has automatic transmission and 2008 Chevrolet Colorado has manual transmission. 2008 Chevrolet Colorado will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mazda RX-8 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Chevrolet Colorado | 2008 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Colorado | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2901 cc | 1308 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 108 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8200 RPM |
Torque | 258 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1660 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 110 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 61 L |