2009 Dodge Sprinter vs. 2008 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Dodge Sprinter is newer by 1 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 2,985 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Sprinter (154 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (108 HP @ 8200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda RX-8.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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 Dodge Sprinter (380 Nm @ 1200 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda RX-8. (140 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Dodge Sprinter | 2008 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Sprinter | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2985 cc | 1308 cc |
| Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 154 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 8200 RPM |
| Torque | 380 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 12 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5910 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3670 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 110 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 61 L |
