2009 Lotus Elise vs. 2002 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2009 Lotus Elise 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, 2009 Lotus Elise (219 HP @ 8000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2002 Mazda RX-8. (189 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lotus Elise should accelerate faster than 2002 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 509 kg more than 2009 Lotus Elise.
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, 2002 Mazda RX-8 (220 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lotus Elise. (212 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lotus Elise.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lotus Elise | 2002 Mazda RX-8 | |
Make | Lotus | Mazda |
Model | Elise | RX-8 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
Body Type | Roadster | Coupe |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2615 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
Horse Power | 219 HP | 189 HP |
Engine RPM | 8000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 212 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 238 km/hour | 229 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 881 kg | 1390 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3790 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1120 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 44 L | 61 L |