2010 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit
To start off, both 2010 Mazda RX-8 and 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,480 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda RX-8 (232 HP @ 8500 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit. (170 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda RX-8 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda RX-8 weights approximately 143 kg more than 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 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 2010 Mazda RX-8. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit, 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, 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit (240 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda RX-8. (215 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda RX-8. 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit 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 Volkswagen Rabbit will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda RX-8 | 2010 Volkswagen Rabbit | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | RX-8 | Rabbit |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1300 cc | 2480 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 170 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1247 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1341 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2580 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
