Model Year | 2018 | 2008 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Mazda RX-8 | |
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Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 106.4 in | 6.2 in |
Length | 198.3 in | 174.3 in | 24 in |
Width | 78.9 in | 69.7 in | 9.2 in |
Height | 70.0 in | 52.8 in | 17.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4457 lb. | 3045 lb. | 1412 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 2.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.4 in | 38.2 in | 3.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.5 in | 54.8 in | 6.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 53.3 in | 4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 42.7 in | -2.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.6 in | 36.8 in | 3.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.0 in | 54.9 in | 6.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.8 in | 48.1 in | 8.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 32.2 in | 7.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.8 in | 0.0 in | 37.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.8 in | 0.0 in | 50.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.7 in | 0.0 in | 40.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 33.3 in | 0.0 in | 33.3 in |
Total Legroom | 113.4 in (over 3 rows) | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 38.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | 13.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 7.6 | 36.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 81.7 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | 74.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Ford Explorer.
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 |