2009 Mazda 5 vs. 2009 Mazda RX-8
To start off, both 2009 Mazda 5 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 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda 5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (229 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 5. (153 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 5.
Because 2009 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 2009 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 5, 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, 2009 Mazda 5 (201 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (159 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda 5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda RX-8. 2009 Mazda 5 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 Mazda 5 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda 5 | 2009 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 5 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Minivan | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2258 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 229 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 201 Nm | 159 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.2 L/100km | 12.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 61 L |
