2009 Honda Insight vs. 2002 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Honda Insight is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. At 2,615 cc, 2002 Mazda RX-8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 2009 Honda Insight. (87 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Honda Insight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 114 kg more than 2009 Honda Insight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 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 2002 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Honda Insight, 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, 2002 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Honda Insight. (121 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Honda Insight.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Honda Insight | 2002 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Insight | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Hatchback | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1339 cc | 2615 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 87 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 121 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 182 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1276 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 61 L |