2008 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2010 Audi Q7
To start off, 2010 Audi Q7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Audi Q7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2010 Audi Q7. (225 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi Q7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Audi Q7 weights approximately 1075 kg more than 2008 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2010 Audi Q7 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda RX-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Audi Q7 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, 2010 Audi Q7 (550 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 339 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Audi Q7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda RX-8. 2010 Audi Q7 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. 2010 Audi Q7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda RX-8 | 2010 Audi Q7 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | RX-8 | Q7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 228 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Torque | 211 Nm | 550 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1425 kg | 2500 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5088 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1984 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1737 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 3002 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 100 L |
