Model Year | 2006 | 2011 | |
Model | Jeep Grand Cherokee | Mazda RX-8 | |
Engine | 6.1L V8 OHV-2v 420 hp@6200 420 lb-ft@4800 |
1.3L R2 OHV-2v 232 hp@8500 159 lb-ft@5500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.5 in | 106.4 in | 3.1 in |
Length | 186.6 in | 175.6 in | 11 in |
Width | 73.3 in | 69.7 in | 3.6 in |
Height | 67.7 in | 52.8 in | 14.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4788 lb. | 3064 lb. | 1724 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.8 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 4.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.7 in | 38.2 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.1 in | 54.8 in | 4.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.6 in | 53.3 in | 4.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 42.7 in | -1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 36.8 in | 2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.5 in | 54.9 in | 3.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 60.6 in | 48.1 in | 12.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.5 in | 32.2 in | 3.3 in |
Total Legroom | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 2.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 34.5 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | 26.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 67.4 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | 59.8 ft3 |
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Very comfortable driving. see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review |
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
That and MPG are the only real faults so far after 15000 miles and 15 mons. I think our 2001 GC has more seat comfort although the 07s seats do fold over easier than the 01s. see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Very little leg room for an adult. see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review |
2011 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 |