2010 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2010 Toyota RAV4
To start off, both 2010 Mazda RX-8 and 2010 Toyota RAV4 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 53 more horse power than 2010 Toyota RAV4. (179 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Toyota RAV4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 168 kg more than 2010 Mazda RX-8.
Because 2010 Toyota RAV4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda RX-8. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Toyota RAV4 will offer significantly more control. 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 Toyota RAV4 (233 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda RX-8. 2010 Toyota RAV4 has automatic transmission and 2010 Mazda RX-8 has manual transmission. 2010 Mazda RX-8 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Toyota RAV4 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2010 Mazda RX-8 | 2010 Toyota RAV4 | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | RX-8 | RAV4 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1300 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 179 HP |
Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 233 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1558 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1854 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1341 mm | 1684 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2659 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 60 L |