2008 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2008 Rover 75
To start off, both 2008 Mazda RX-8 and 2008 Rover 75 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 Rover 75 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2008 Rover 75. (158 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2008 Rover 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Rover 75 weights approximately 114 kg more 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 Rover 75, 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 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Rover 75. (215 Nm @ 2100 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Rover 75. 2008 Rover 75 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 Rover 75 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda RX-8 | 2008 Rover 75 | |
| Make | Mazda | Rover |
| Model | RX-8 | 75 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 80 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 89.3 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 9.6 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1536 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2750 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 65 L |
