2008 vs RX-3
Peugeot · Mazda
1/4 Mile winner
RX-3
Beats the 2008 by 0.04s
The verdict
In a quarter-mile drag race, the RX-3 beats the 2008 by a hair, finishing 0.04 seconds ahead. It's tight on paper, but our simulator gives the edge to the RX-3 thanks to a slightly better power-to-weight balance.
Spec head-to-head
Power
100 hp
110 hp
0–100 km/h
9s
8.9s
Top speed
190 km/h
180 km/h
Engine
Inline-4
1.2L Rotary
Fuel
Petrol
Petrol
Torque
205 Nm
145 Nm
Price
$25,000
$17,500
Simulated race times
Distance
2008
RX-3
100 m
7.451s
7.365s
1/8 mile
11.034s
10.947s
1/4 mile
16.635s
16.596s
1 km
29.994s
30.280s
Acceleration curves
Who should buy which?
Price: RX-3 is $17,500 vs $25,000 for the 2008 — a $7,500 gap. Power: RX-3 makes 10 hp more (100 vs 110). Top speed: 2008 runs to 190 km/h, 10 km/h higher than RX-3.
FAQ
Which is faster, the 2008 or the RX-3?
In our simulated 1/4 mile drag race, the RX-3 is faster, beating the 2008 by 0.04 seconds.
What is the 0–100 km/h time of the 2008 vs the RX-3?
The 2008 hits 100 km/h in 9 seconds, while the RX-3 does it in 8.9 seconds.
How much horsepower does each car have?
The 2008 produces 100 hp; the RX-3 produces 110 hp.
What are the top speeds?
The 2008 tops out at 190 km/h, and the RX-3 reaches 180 km/h.
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