2008 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2010 Seat Altea
To start off, 2010 Seat Altea 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 1,984 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Seat Altea is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2010 Seat Altea. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Seat Altea. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Seat Altea weights approximately 61 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, 2010 Seat Altea, 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 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Seat Altea. (201 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Seat Altea.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda RX-8 | 2010 Seat Altea | |
Make | Mazda | Seat |
Model | RX-8 | Altea |
Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1308 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 201 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1570 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 55 L |