2009 Chevrolet Rezzo vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Rezzo and 2009 Mazda RX-8 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Rezzo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Rezzo. (103 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Rezzo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Rezzo weights approximately 222 kg more than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2009 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 2009 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Rezzo, 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, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Rezzo. (142 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Rezzo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Rezzo | 2009 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Rezzo | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1307 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 103 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 216 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1347 kg | 1125 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.3 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 64 L |
