Model Year | 2016 | 2007 | |
Model | Hyundai Veloster | Mazda RX-8 | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1750 |
1.3L R2 OHV-2v 212 hp@7500 159 lb-ft@5500 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | Hatch | 4dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 106.4 in | -2.1 in |
Length | 166.1 in | 174.3 in | -8.2 in |
Width | 70.5 in | 69.7 in | 0.8 in |
Height | 55.1 in | 52.8 in | 2.3 in |
Curb Weight | 2943 lb. | 3075 lb. | -132 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 15.9 gal. | -2.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.0 in | 38.2 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 54.8 in | 0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 53.3 in | -0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.9 in | 42.7 in | 1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 35.3 in | 36.8 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 54.9 in | -0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.6 in | 48.1 in | 4.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 31.7 in | 32.2 in | -0.5 in |
Total Legroom | 75.6 in (over 2 rows) | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 0.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 15.5 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | 7.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 34.7 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | 27.1 ft3 |
2016 Hyundai Veloster Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2015 | 3dr Hatch 132-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
The Veloster is setup like a sports car - stiff suspension, low riding height, and sport seats designed to keep you in place. What this car is not is comfortable. At all. There is almost no back support, and little coushining. On a long trip, it will be PAIN. On roads trampled on by dinosaurs, it will be PAIN. The interior accents also get in the way of resting your legs on anything, so you have to just deal with the space provided, which isn't much. This car is just big enough, and not a milimeter more. see full Hyundai Veloster 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 |