2008 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2008 Tata Indigo
To start off, both 2008 Mazda RX-8 and 2008 Tata Indigo were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,405 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Tata Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 276 kg more than 2008 Tata Indigo.
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 Tata Indigo, 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 100 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Tata Indigo. (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Tata Indigo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda RX-8 | 2008 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Mazda | Tata |
| Model | RX-8 | Indigo |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 189 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 75 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Top Speed | 223 km/hour | 160 km/hour |
| 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 | 1146 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 42 L |
