2009 Lexus IS vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8
To start off, both 2009 Lexus IS 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 2,499 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (228 HP @ 8200 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2009 Lexus IS. (204 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus IS weights approximately 225 kg more than 2009 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 Lexus IS (251 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (211 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda RX-8. 2009 Lexus IS has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda RX-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Lexus IS will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Lexus IS | 2009 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Lexus | Mazda |
Model | IS | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 1306 cc |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 204 HP | 228 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 8200 RPM |
Torque | 251 Nm | 211 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 230 km/hour | 235 km/hour |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8.1 seconds | 6.4 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1650 kg | 1425 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4590 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 61 L |