2009 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2006 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Porsche Boxster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Porsche Boxster would be higher. At 2,686 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Porsche Boxster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Porsche Boxster (240 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster 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, 2006 Porsche Boxster (270 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2006 Porsche Boxster 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 | 2006 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | RX-8 | Boxster |
Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
Body Type | Coupe | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Size | 1306 cc | 2686 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | boxer |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 240 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4370 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |