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 36 kg more than 2008 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2013 Mini Countryman 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, 2013 Mini Countryman 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, 2013 Mini Countryman (240 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Mini Countryman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda RX-8.
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 | 189 HP | 0 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 220 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 78 mm | 77 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83.6 mm | 85 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1422 kg | 1458 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1996 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1561 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2595 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 47 L |
