Hyundai Sonata (2015) vs. Mazda RX-8 (2006) Specs

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2015 Hyundai Sonata and 2006 Mazda RX-8 Specifications

Model Year	2015	2006
Model	Hyundai Sonata	Mazda RX-8
Engine	turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 245 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@1350	1.3L R2 OHV-2v 238 hp@8500 159 lb-ft@5500
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed manual
Drivetrain	FWD	RWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr Coupe
			Difference
Wheelbase	110.4 in	106.4 in	4 in
Length	191.1 in	174.3 in	16.8 in
Width	73.4 in	69.7 in	3.7 in
Height	58.1 in	52.8 in	5.3 in
Curb Weight	3505 lb.	3045 lb.	460 lb.
Fuel Capacity	18.5 gal.	15.9 gal.	2.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	40.4 in	38.2 in	2.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	57.9 in	54.8 in	3.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1	55.3 in	53.3 in	2 in
Legroom, Row 1	45.5 in	42.7 in	2.8 in
Headroom, Row 2	38.0 in	36.8 in	1.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	56.5 in	54.9 in	1.6 in
Hip Room, Row 2	56.1 in	48.1 in	8 in
Legroom, Row 2	35.6 in	32.2 in	3.4 in
Total Legroom	81.1 in (over 2 rows)	74.9 in (over 2 rows)	6.2 in
Cargo Volume	16.3 ft³	7.6 ft³	8.7 ft³

2015 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2015	According to the spec sheets, the Ford Fusion has nearly as much combined legroom as the new Sonata, which has an inch more than the old Sonata. But Ford cheats the specs. In reality, the Hyundai's rear seat has a few more inches of rear legroom than the Ford's, and about as much as you'll find in any competitor. Rear headroom is in shorter supply, but (again as in most competitors) should be sufficient for people up to six feet in height. The rear seat cushion is a little too low and level to provide optimal thigh support, but the space to stretch out largely compensates for this. You can get rear air vents to help cool this roomy rear seat, but only on the Limited and Sport 2.0T. see full Hyundai Sonata review

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2006 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
2005	4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD	Adults my height (5-9) can actually fit in the back seat of the RX-8. And getting in and out is aided by a second set of rear-hinged doors. Other sports cars have no rear seat or a very small one. see full Mazda RX-8 review
2005	4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD	Unlike most sports cars, the RX-8 has a rear seat that adults can get into (using rear doors) and fit into. see full Mazda RX-8 review

2006 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2005	4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD	Head room is low with sunroof see full Mazda RX-8 review
2005	4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD	Ok for small women and children. Not really made for full sized male adults see full Mazda RX-8 review
2005	4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD	it is POSSIBLE to fit an adult in the back...but really anyone over 10-12 years old will be uncomfortable. see full Mazda RX-8 review

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