Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
Model | Dodge Journey | Mazda RX-8 | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 283 hp@6350 260 lb-ft@4400 |
1.3L R2 OHV-2v 212 hp@7500 159 lb-ft@5500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.8 in | 106.4 in | 7.4 in |
Length | 192.4 in | 175.6 in | 16.8 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 69.7 in | 2.5 in |
Height | 66.6 in | 52.8 in | 13.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3884 lb. | 3094 lb. | 790 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.5 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 4.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 38.2 in | 2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.5 in | 54.8 in | 2.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.8 in | 53.3 in | 0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.8 in | 42.7 in | -1.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.9 in | 36.8 in | 3.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.9 in | 54.9 in | 2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.4 in | 48.1 in | 6.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.6 in | 32.2 in | 1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.7 in | 0.0 in | 37.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 43.5 in | 0.0 in | 43.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.0 in | 0.0 in | 40 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 23.4 in | 0.0 in | 23.4 in |
Total Legroom | 97.8 in (over 3 rows) | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 22.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.7 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | 3.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 37.0 ft3 | 7.6 | 29.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 67.6 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | 60 ft3 |
2011 Dodge Journey Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Always considering the price, The journey is quite comfortable even for long trips. Went 12 hours with a friends journey and not even tired. see full Dodge Journey review |
2011 Dodge Journey Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Cushion in the seats are not good. with my bad back long drives are not very good. Need to add a cushion or it is hard on my butt. see full Dodge Journey review |
2009 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Very comfortable Recaro seats, even on long drives. Larger people may not be comfortable so beware. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
2009 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Given the RX-8's compact dimensions, you wouldn't expect rear seat space to be a strength. But thanks to clever packaging and a subtly high roofline, there is actually space for real adults in back, provided those up front are short or move their seats up somewhat. With a pair of pickup-like rear-opening "half" rear doors, ingress and egress for rear seat passengers is a snap. For those who want a sports car but have children or need to transport a few friends occassionally, the RX-8 fits the bill nicely. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
2009 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
The R3 Recaro seats had side bolsters that were a bit tight for us. I am below average in size as a male, and my wife is also very small and we found the bolsters cut into our hips far more than was comfortable. The seats are racing oriented only. see full Mazda RX-8 review |