Model Year | 2016 | 2007 | |
Model | Kia Rio | Mazda RX-8 | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,570 mm | 2,703 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,369 mm | 4,427 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,720 mm | 1,770 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,455 mm | 1,341 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,238 kg | 1,381 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 43 L | 60 L | -17 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,016 mm | 970 mm | -969 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,349 mm | 1,392 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,323 mm | 1,354 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,113 mm | 1,085 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 935 mm | 20 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,323 mm | 1,394 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,300 mm | 1,222 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 790 mm | 818 mm | -28 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,902 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,902 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 388 L | 215 L | 173 L |
2016 Kia Rio Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2016 | 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I did manage to get four people in the car but it was tight and the two in the back seat were not big adults (under 5'8"). We had to adjust the front passenger seat up a bit to make more room for the person behind. see full Kia Rio 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 |