Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
Model | Dodge Challenger | Mazda RX-8 | |
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Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Coupe | |
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Wheelbase | 116.0 in | 106.4 in | 9.6 in |
Length | 197.7 in | 174.3 in | 23.4 in |
Width | 75.7 in | 69.7 in | 6 in |
Height | 57.0 in | 52.8 in | 4.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3719 lb. | 3045 lb. | 674 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.0 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 3.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.5 in | 38.2 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.2 in | 54.8 in | 3.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 53.3 in | 1.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 42.7 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 36.8 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 54.9 in | -1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.4 in | 48.1 in | 3.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 32.6 in | 32.2 in | 0.4 in |
Total Legroom | 74.6 in (over 2 rows) | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | -0.3 in |
Cargo Volume | 16.2 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | 8.6 ft3 |
2009 Dodge Challenger Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 2dr Coupe 376-horsepower 5.7L V8 6-speed manual RWD |
Challenger has tilt/telescope steering wheel that can be positioned exactly where you want see full Dodge Challenger review |
2010 | 2dr Coupe 376-horsepower 5.7L V8 6-speed manual RWD |
I can set the front seat in a comfortable location for myself and still have room behind me for a rear seat passenger. Seat can be positioned for a more chair-like seating position. see full Dodge Challenger review |
2010 | 2dr Coupe 376-horsepower 5.7L V8 6-speed manual RWD |
Larger/wider back seat with capability of handling modern child seats. Adequate space for occasional adult use of back seat. see full Dodge Challenger review |
2010 | 2dr Coupe 376-horsepower 5.7L V8 6-speed manual RWD |
With the tilt/telescope steering wheel and the larger interior room vs. its competitors this car is easily adjusted to fit the driver and I get out still feeling good after all-day drives. see full Dodge Challenger review |
2009 | 2dr Coupe 376-horsepower 5.7L V8 6-speed manual RWD |
The most comfortable seats I have ever been in can drive all day and back does not hurt. see full Dodge Challenger review |
2008 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 |
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 |