2009 Honda Fit vs. 2006 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Honda Fit 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 1,495 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Honda Fit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 2009 Honda Fit. (117 HP @ 6600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Fit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Honda Fit weights approximately 332 kg more than 2006 Mazda RX-8.
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 Fit, 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 72 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Fit. (144 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2006 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Fit.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Fit | 2006 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Fit | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1495 cc | 1311 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 117 HP | 232 HP |
Engine RPM | 6600 RPM | 8500 RPM |
Torque | 144 Nm | 216 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 16.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1461 kg | 1129 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4430 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 60 L |