2009 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2005 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen GTI. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen GTI would be higher. At 2,784 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Volkswagen GTI is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen GTI. (200 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen GTI.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 Volkswagen GTI (264 Nm) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen GTI will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda RX-8 | 2005 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | RX-8 | GTI |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1306 cc | 2784 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 200 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 264 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
