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Model Year | 2006 | 2010 | |
Model | Chevrolet Impala / Monte Carlo | Mazda RX-8 | |
Engine | 5.3L V8 OHV-2v 303 hp@5600 323 lb-ft@4400 |
1.3L R2 OHV-2v 232 hp@8500 159 lb-ft@5500 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.5 in | 106.4 in | 4.1 in |
Length | 196.7 in | 175.6 in | 21.1 in |
Width | 72.9 in | 69.7 in | 3.2 in |
Height | 55.8 in | 52.8 in | 3 in |
Curb Weight | 3513 lb. | 3064 lb. | 449 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.5 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 1.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.1 in | 38.2 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 54.8 in | 3.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 53.3 in | 1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 42.7 in | -0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 36.8 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.0 in | 54.9 in | 2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 48.1 in | 7.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 32.2 in | 3.6 in |
Total Legroom | 78.2 in (over 2 rows) | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 3.3 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.8 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | 8.2 ft3 |
2006 Chevrolet Impala / Monte Carlo Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 211-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Interior room is outstanding. Trunk room is phenomenal, especially with flip and fold flat rear seat. see full Chevrolet Impala / Monte Carlo review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 180-horsepower 3.4L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Rear seat had good room. Passengers had good leg room. Only adults over 6ft would touch the backs of the front seat with their legs. Draw back was the low roof. see full Chevrolet Impala / Monte Carlo review |
2010 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 |
2010 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 |