2008 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2008 Opel Insignia
To start off, both 2008 Mazda RX-8 and 2008 Opel Insignia were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Opel Insignia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2008 Opel Insignia. (138 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Insignia.
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 Opel Insignia, 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 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Insignia. (175 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Insignia. 2008 Opel Insignia has automatic transmission and 2008 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2008 Mazda RX-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Opel Insignia will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Mazda RX-8 | 2008 Opel Insignia | |
Make | Mazda | Opel |
Model | RX-8 | Insignia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1308 cc | 1796 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4830 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1856 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1498 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2737 mm |