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2009 Ford Explorer Sport Trac and 2009 Mazda RX-8 Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | |
| Model | Ford Explorer Sport Trac | Mazda RX-8 | |
| Engine | 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
1.3L R2 OHV-2v 212 hp@7500 159 lb-ft@5500 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUT | 4dr Coupe | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 130.5 in | 106.4 in | 24.1 in |
| Length | 210.2 in | 175.6 in | 34.6 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 69.7 in | 4 in |
| Height | 72.5 in | 52.8 in | 19.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 4618 lb. | 3094 lb. | 1524 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 6.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 38.2 in | 1.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 54.8 in | 4.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 53.3 in | 2.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 42.7 in | -0.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 36.8 in | 1.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 54.9 in | 4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 48.1 in | 7.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 32.2 in | 4.7 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 4.4 in |
| Cargo Volume | 0.0 | 7.6 ft3 | -7.6 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Ford Explorer Sport Trac
| 2009 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUT 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
So bad I can't drive it much more than the 4 miles to and from work. The front seats are so hard that the first couple times I drove it I couldn't figure out why my feet were so cold. Because the circulation below my knees was being cutoff. I have tried extra cushions for the seat bottom and I have found something that really helps, but on longer drives, combined with the firm ride - bring your Advil. see full Ford Explorer Sport Trac review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Mazda RX-8
| 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 |
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