2008 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2003 Mazda Premacy

To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Mazda Premacy. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Mazda Premacy would be higher. At 1,798 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Mazda Premacy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (100 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2003 Mazda Premacy. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 52 kg more than 2003 Mazda Premacy. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 2003 Mazda Premacy, 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 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Mazda Premacy. (152 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Mazda Premacy.

Compare all specifications:

2008 Mazda RX-8 2003 Mazda Premacy
Make Mazda Mazda
Model RX-8 Premacy
Year Released 2008 2003
Body Type Coupe Hatchback
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1308 cc 1798 cc
Engine Type dual-disk rotary in-line
Horse Power 189 HP 100 HP
Engine RPM 7000 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 220 Nm 152 Nm
Torque RPM 5000 RPM 3500 RPM
Engine Bore Size 78 mm 83 mm
Engine Stroke Size 83.6 mm 85 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 10.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline - Premium Gasoline - Premium
Top Speed 223 km/hour 175 km/hour
Acceleration 0-100mph 7.2 seconds 11.8 seconds
Drive Type Rear Front
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1422 kg 1370 kg
Vehicle Length 4440 mm 4350 mm
Vehicle Width 1780 mm 1710 mm
Vehicle Height 1350 mm 1580 mm
Wheelbase Size 2710 mm 2680 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 61 L 58 L


 

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