2008 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour
To start off, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour (271 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour 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 Honda Accord Crosstour 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 Honda Accord Crosstour (344 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 128 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda RX-8. 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour 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 Honda Accord Crosstour will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda RX-8 | 2010 Honda Accord Crosstour | |
Make | Mazda | Honda |
Model | RX-8 | Accord Crosstour |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1308 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 271 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 344 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4999 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1897 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1669 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2797 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |