2009 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2007 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Camry. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Camry.
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, 2007 Toyota Camry, 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 RX-8 (216 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Camry. (214 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda RX-8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda RX-8 | 2007 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-8 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1306 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 155 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 216 Nm | 214 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1810 mm |
