Model Year | 2008 | 2007 | |
Model | Chevrolet Equinox | Mazda RX-8 | |
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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 | 3699 lb. | 3045 lb. | 654 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 |
2008 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2007 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |