2008 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2007 Toyota Aygo
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 Toyota Aygo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Aygo would be higher. At 1,308 cc, 2008 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 560 kg more than 2007 Toyota Aygo. 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, 2007 Toyota Aygo, 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 (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 118 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Aygo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda RX-8 | 2007 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-8 | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 157 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 6.4 seconds | 14.2 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.2 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 35 L |
