2009 Honda Civic vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Honda Civic is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 1,668 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Civic is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 2009 Honda Civic. (118 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 8 kg more than 2009 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 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 2006 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Civic, 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, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Civic. (152 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Civic | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Civic | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1668 cc | 1311 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 152 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Top Speed | 195 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 9.7 seconds | 7.5 seconds |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1121 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 60 L |