2009 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, both 2009 Mazda RX-8 and 2009 Volkswagen Polo were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,781 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Polo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda RX-8 (189 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Polo. (149 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Polo.
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 Volkswagen Polo, 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, both vehicles can yield 220 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
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2009 Mazda RX-8 | 2009 Volkswagen Polo | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | RX-8 | Polo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1308 cc | 1781 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 189 HP | 149 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 220 Nm | 220 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 1950 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 7.2 seconds | 8.2 seconds |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 3920 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1470 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2470 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.6 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 45 L |