2009 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2008 Toyota Avalon
To start off, 2009 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Avalon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Avalon would be higher. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Toyota Avalon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Toyota Avalon (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 161 more horse power than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (108 HP @ 8200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Toyota Avalon should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda RX-8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Toyota Avalon weights approximately 85 kg more than 2009 Mazda RX-8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2008 Toyota Avalon, 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, 2008 Toyota Avalon (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 196 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda RX-8. (140 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2008 Toyota Avalon 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 | 2008 Toyota Avalon | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | RX-8 | Avalon |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1308 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | V |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8200 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 336 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1125 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5020 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
