Model Year | 2011 | 2007 | |
Model | Honda Civic | Mazda RX-8 | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 147 kW@7800 188 Nm@6200 |
1.3L R2 OHV-2v 158 kW@7500 216 Nm@5500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,649 mm | 2,703 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,440 mm | 4,427 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,750 mm | 1,770 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,359 mm | 1,341 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,305 kg | 1,395 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 50 L | 60 L | -10 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 965 mm | 970 mm | -5 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,369 mm | 1,392 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,346 mm | 1,354 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,082 mm | 1,085 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 892 mm | 935 mm | -43 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,323 mm | 1,394 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,250 mm | 1,222 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 770 mm | 818 mm | -48 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,852 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,902 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 326 L | 215 L | 111 L |
2011 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The seats fit me perfectly. see full Honda Civic review |
2011 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 2dr Coupe 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Rear seat was a bit tight for adults, in hindsight we should have bought the Accord. see full Honda Civic review |
2007 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2006 | 4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Rear seats are functional for adults, which is unique for a sports car. see full Mazda RX-8 review |