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2009 Honda CR-V and 2009 Mazda RX-8 Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | |
| Model | Honda CR-V | Mazda RX-8 | |
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| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Coupe | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.1 in | 106.4 in | -3.3 in |
| Length | 177.9 in | 175.6 in | 2.3 in |
| Width | 71.6 in | 69.7 in | 1.9 in |
| Height | 61.6 in | 52.8 in | 8.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3389 lb. | 3064 lb. | 325 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.3 gal. | 15.9 gal. | -0.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 38.2 in | 2.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.9 in | 54.8 in | 2.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 53.3 in | 2.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 42.7 in | -1.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 36.8 in | 1.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 54.9 in | 1.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.6 in | 48.1 in | 6.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.5 in | 32.2 in | 6.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 4.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.7 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | 28.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 72.9 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | 65.3 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Honda CR-V
| 2009 Honda CR-V Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
The caravan style arm rests are ugly but extremely comfortable. see full Honda CR-V review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Very comfortable to enter and exit. Very comfortable to sit in for long trips. see full Honda CR-V review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Looking for familly smallish SUV and our other option was a RAV-4, the CR-V felt like it had better hip and leg room in the rear. see full Honda CR-V review |
| 2009 Honda CR-V Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 180-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic AWD |
Could not find a comfortable position, even with a power seat. see full Honda CR-V review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Roomy enough, but materials feel cheap. Bench is very thin and hard on long trip. Good leg room, but overall not as nicely done as the VW Tiguan. see full Honda CR-V review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic AWD |
Seats need another couple of inches of depth to provide anyone over six feet tall with proper thigh support. A little on the firm side after a couple of hours. Could also be improved with better lateral support. Not a deal breaker unless you expect a Volvo type lounger. see full Honda CR-V review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic AWD |
In typical Japanese Small Car fashion, the front seats have very little thigh support for a 5ft 10inch person. The back support and position can be quite painful over 500 or more miles. This marred the ownership experience see full Honda CR-V review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 166-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Headrest could not be adjusted comfortably. see full Honda CR-V 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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