Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | |
Model | Dodge Durango | Mazda RX-8 | |
Engine | 5.7L V8 OHV-2v 360 hp@5150 390 lb-ft@4250 |
1.3L R2 OHV-2v 212 hp@7500 159 lb-ft@5500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 3,043 mm | 2,703 mm | 1 mm |
Length | 5,075 mm | 4,460 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,925 mm | 1,770 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,801 mm | 1,341 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,348 kg | 1,403 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 93 L | 60 L | 33 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,013 mm | 970 mm | -969 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,486 mm | 1,392 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,448 mm | 1,354 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,024 mm | 1,085 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 935 mm | -934 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,481 mm | 1,394 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,422 mm | 1,222 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 980 mm | 818 mm | 162 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 960 mm | 0 mm | 960 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,280 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,087 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 800 mm | 0 mm | 800 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,804 mm (over 3 rows) | 1,902 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 487 L | 215 L | 272 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,351 L | 7.6 | -6.6 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,393 L | 7.6 | -5.6 L |
2012 Dodge Durango Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 290-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
There was very little bolstering on the sides of the seat bottoms. I was not able to find a comfortable seating position in the Durango see full Dodge Durango 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 |