Model Year | 2010 | 2008 | |
Model | Honda Accord | Mazda RX-8 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 202 kW@6200 344 Nm@5000 |
1.3L R2 OHV-2v 173 kW@8500 216 Nm@5500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,741 mm | 2,703 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,849 mm | 4,427 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,849 mm | 1,770 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,433 mm | 1,341 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,619 kg | 1,381 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 60 L | 10 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 993 mm | 970 mm | 23 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,483 mm | 1,392 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,433 mm | 1,354 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,080 mm | 1,085 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 912 mm | 935 mm | -23 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,402 mm | 1,394 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,176 mm | 1,222 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 838 mm | 818 mm | 20 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,918 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,902 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 337 L | 215 L | 122 L |
2010 Honda Accord Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 177-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
6'4" and plenty of head and leg room. Leather seats and lumbar support fit me well. see full Honda Accord review |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 190-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Another reason I'm glad I got the EX model. The power lumbar on the drivers seat is my backs best friend. Even after 16 hour days and 1100 miles, my back is fine. Excellent seats! see full Honda Accord review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 177-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Spacing is good, material use is comfortable. see full Honda Accord review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 190-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Even with the front driver and passenger seats move all the way to the back of their tracks and reclined somewhat, there is still plenty of legroom for backseat passengers (even 6 footers). This is really a full size sedan and not a mid-size. see full Honda Accord review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 190-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Front seats offer plenty of range of motion. They are comfortable for extended periods of time. Side bolsters are not too soft, not to rigid. Just right. see full Honda Accord review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 271-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Placement and tactile feel. see full Honda Accord review |
2010 Honda Accord Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 177-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Lumbar support is too aggressive, and it is non-adjustable in the LX model. I have gotten used to them, but they are nowhere near the same league as my previously owned Saabs and BMWs. see full Honda Accord review |
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 |