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Ford Edge (2011) vs. Mazda RX-8 (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Ford Edge and 2008 Mazda RX-8 specs.

2011 Ford Edge and 2008 Mazda RX-8 Specifications

Model Year 2011 2008  
Model Ford Edge Mazda RX-8  
Engine 3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
285 hp@6500
253 lb-ft@4000
1.3L R2
OHV-2v
212 hp@7500
159 lb-ft@5500
 
Transmission 6-speed automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD RWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Coupe  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,824 mm 2,703 mm 0 mm
Length 4,679 mm 4,427 mm 0 mm
Width 1,930 mm 1,770 mm 0 mm
Height 1,702 mm 1,341 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,852 kg 1,395 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 68 L 60 L 8 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,016 mm 970 mm -969 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,496 mm 1,392 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,392 mm 1,354 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,034 mm 1,085 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 998 mm 935 mm 63 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,491 mm 1,394 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,425 mm 1,222 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 1,006 mm 818 mm -817 mm
Total Legroom 2,040 mm (over 2 rows) 1,902 mm (over 2 rows) 1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 912 L 215 L 697 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 1,951 L 7.6 -6.6 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Ford Edge

2011 Ford Edge Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 285-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed automatic FWD
No contest-Edge seats are very comfortable vs. tolerable seats in the Dodge. see full Ford Edge review
2011 4dr SUV 285-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
The Edge rear seat legroom is great. There are few crossovers with such good rear seat comfort and legroom. I did not want the third row, the lack of third row helps with rear legroom. see full Ford Edge review
2011 Ford Edge Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 305-horsepower 3.7L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
seats are comfortable, just wanted to get cooled seats for the hotg summers see full Ford Edge review
2010 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed automatic FWD
A little cramped see full Ford Edge review
2010 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed automatic FWD
not much leg room see full Ford Edge review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Mazda RX-8

2008 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 
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