2009 Honda CR-V vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8
To start off, both 2009 Honda CR-V 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 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2009 Honda CR-V. (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda CR-V weights approximately 343 kg more than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2009 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda RX-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda CR-V 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, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda CR-V. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda CR-V | 2009 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | CR-V | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1307 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1468 kg | 1125 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1720 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 64 L |