Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | |
Model | Honda Civic | Mazda RX-8 | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@7000 170 lb-ft@4400 |
1.3L R2 OHV-2v 212 hp@7500 159 lb-ft@5500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.2 in | 106.4 in | -3.2 in |
Length | 175.5 in | 174.3 in | 1.2 in |
Width | 69.0 in | 69.7 in | -0.7 in |
Height | 55.0 in | 52.8 in | 2.2 in |
Curb Weight | 2895 lb. | 3075 lb. | -180 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 15.9 gal. | -2.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.1 in | 38.2 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 54.8 in | 0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 53.3 in | -0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.7 in | -0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 34.3 in | 36.8 in | -2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.2 in | 54.9 in | -2.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.0 in | 48.1 in | 0.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 30.8 in | 32.2 in | -1.4 in |
Total Legroom | 73 in (over 2 rows) | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | -1.9 in |
Cargo Volume | 11.7 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | 4.1 ft3 |
2012 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2013 | Interior dimensions haven't changed, so the 2013 Civic continues to have one of the segment's roomiest rear seats (though not in the same league as the VW Jetta). A barely there floor hump and a broad cushy center seat render the Civic more capable than most compact sedans of seating three adults, though the rear cushion is somewhat low and hip room is in short supply. You'll find more shoulder room but less rear legroom in the Dart's back seat. Midsize sedans often don't offer much more rear legroom, but their seats tend to be more comfortably positioned. see full Honda Civic review |
2012 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 |
2012 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 |
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 |