2008 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2008 Mazda RX-8
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Impala 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 5,670 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Impala (303 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (108 HP @ 8200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2008 Mazda RX-8 is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Impala, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Impala (438 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 298 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (140 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chevrolet Impala | 2008 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Impala | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5670 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 110 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 61 L |
