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Chevrolet Equinox (2008) vs. Mazda RX-8 (2006) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Chevrolet Equinox and 2006 Mazda RX-8 specs.

2008 Chevrolet Equinox and 2006 Mazda RX-8 Specifications

Model Year 2008 2006  
Model Chevrolet Equinox Mazda RX-8  
Engine 3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
264 hp@6500
250 lb-ft@2300
1.3L R2
OHV-2v
212 hp@7500
159 lb-ft@5500
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD RWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Coupe  
      Difference
Wheelbase 112.5 in 106.4 in 6.1 in
Length 188.8 in 174.3 in 14.5 in
Width 71.4 in 69.7 in 1.7 in
Height 69.3 in 52.8 in 16.5 in
Curb Weight 3907 lb. 3075 lb. 832 lb.
Fuel Capacity 17.0 gal. 15.9 gal. 1.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.9 in 38.2 in 2.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 55.7 in 54.8 in 0.9 in
Hip Room, Row 1 51.1 in 53.3 in -2.2 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.2 in 42.7 in -1.5 in
Headroom, Row 2 40.1 in 36.8 in 3.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.9 in 54.9 in 1 in
Hip Room, Row 2 51.4 in 48.1 in 3.3 in
Legroom, Row 2 40.2 in 32.2 in 8 in
Total Legroom 81.4 in (over 2 rows) 74.9 in (over 2 rows) 6.5 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 35.7 ft3 7.6 ft3 28.1 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 67.1 ft3 7.6 ft3 59.5 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Chevrolet Equinox

2008 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 264-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
The rear seat can slide forward and back 8" providing generous leg room for rear passengers. see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2008 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6
5-speed automatic FWD
The bucket seats are at a perfect height for easy entry and exit. Also there is a liftable arm rest between the seats for storing purse, etc. which eliminates the need for reaching to the back when the passenger seat is occupied. see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2008 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6
5-speed automatic FWD
Ample leg and hip room. I am only 5foot 4 inches but have a wide posterior. Seat is comfortable for me. My son is 6 foot 3 inches and medium build. He has ample leg and body room. see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2008 4dr SUV 185-horsepower 3.4L V6
5-speed automatic FWD
The rear bench seat can slide forward or back. When slid back, there is ample leg room for even the tallest of passengers. see full Chevrolet Equinox review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Mazda RX-8

2006 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Coupe 212-horsepower 1.3L R2
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Excellent for long trips. Even though I suffer from spinal stenosis, I did a two-day 1800 mile trip with no troubles and felt great on arrival. Most modern cars have comfortable seats, but these also make me feel like I am part of the car. see full Mazda RX-8 review
2006 4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2
6-speed manual RWD
Rear seats are functional for adults, which is unique for a sports car. see full Mazda RX-8 review
2005 4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2
6-speed manual RWD
Adults my height (5-9) can actually fit in the back seat of the RX-8. And getting in and out is aided by a second set of rear-hinged doors. Other sports cars have no rear seat or a very small one. see full Mazda RX-8 review
2005 4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2
6-speed manual RWD
Unlike most sports cars, the RX-8 has a rear seat that adults can get into (using rear doors) and fit into. see full Mazda RX-8 review
2006 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2005 4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2
6-speed manual RWD
Head room is low with sunroof see full Mazda RX-8 review
2005 4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2
6-speed manual RWD
Ok for small women and children. Not really made for full sized male adults see full Mazda RX-8 review
2005 4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2
6-speed manual RWD
it is POSSIBLE to fit an adult in the back...but really anyone over 10-12 years old will be uncomfortable. see full Mazda RX-8 review
 
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