2010 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2010 Lexus IS
To start off, both 2010 Mazda RX-8 and 2010 Lexus IS were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Lexus IS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda RX-8 (212 HP @ 7500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2010 Lexus IS. (150 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Lexus IS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus IS weights approximately 134 kg more than 2010 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, 2010 Lexus IS (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus IS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda RX-8.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Mazda RX-8 | 2010 Lexus IS | |
Make | Mazda | Lexus |
Model | RX-8 | IS |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1300 cc | 2231 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 212 HP | 150 HP |
Engine RPM | 7500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1411 kg | 1545 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4585 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1801 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1341 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2731 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 65 L |