2008 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2013 Mini Countryman
To start off, 2013 Mini Countryman is newer by 5 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. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mini Countryman weights approximately 11 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, 2013 Mini Countryman, 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 61 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mini Countryman. (155 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mini Countryman.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda RX-8 | 2013 Mini Countryman | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | RX-8 | Countryman |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 155 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1340 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4097 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1993 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1561 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2595 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 7.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 47 L |
