2010 Mazda RX-8 vs. 2011 Mazda RX-8
To start off, 2011 Mazda RX-8 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mazda RX-8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mazda RX-8 would be higher. Both 2010 Mazda RX-8 and 2011 Mazda RX-8 are equipped with a 1,300 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 232 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar.
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, both vehicles can yield 215 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda RX-8 | 2011 Mazda RX-8 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | RX-8 | RX-8 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1300 cc | 1300 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | dual-disk rotary |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 8500 RPM | 8500 RPM |
| Torque | 215 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1390 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1341 mm | 1341 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2703 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 64 L |
