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Ford Explorer (2007) vs. Mazda RX-8 (2011) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2007 Ford Explorer and 2011 Mazda RX-8 specs.

2007 Ford Explorer and 2011 Mazda RX-8 Specifications

Model Year 2007 2011  
Model Ford Explorer 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
 
Transmission 6-speed automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain RWD RWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Coupe  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,888 mm 2,703 mm 0 mm
Length 4,912 mm 4,460 mm 0 mm
Width 1,872 mm 1,770 mm 0 mm
Height 1,849 mm 1,341 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 2,055 kg 1,403 kg 1 kg
Fuel Capacity 85 L 60 L 25 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,011 mm 970 mm -969 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,499 mm 1,392 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,407 mm 1,354 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,077 mm 1,085 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 983 mm 935 mm 48 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,496 mm 1,394 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,410 mm 1,222 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 937 mm 818 mm 119 mm
Headroom, Row 3 950 mm 0 mm 950 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 1,349 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 1,151 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 886 mm 0 mm 886 mm
Total Legroom 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) 1,902 mm (over 2 rows) 1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 385 L 215 L 170 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 1,243 L 7.6 -6.6 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 2,370 L 7.6 -5.6 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Ford Explorer

2007 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6
5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review
2006 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8
6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Mazda RX-8

2011 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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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