2008 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2007 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Outback Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Outback Sport would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Outback Sport. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Outback Sport.
Because 2007 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport 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, 2007 Subaru Outback Sport (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2007 Subaru Outback Sport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda RX-8 | 2007 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | RX-8 | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | boxer |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 60 L |
