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Mazda CX-7 (2012) vs. Mazda RX-8 (2006) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Mazda CX-7 and 2006 Mazda RX-8 specs.

2012 Mazda CX-7 and 2006 Mazda RX-8 Specifications

Model Year 2012 2006  
Model Mazda CX-7 Mazda RX-8  
Engine turbocharged
2.3L I4
DOHC-4v
244 hp@5000
258 lb-ft@2500
1.3L R2
OHV-2v
212 hp@7500
159 lb-ft@5500
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD RWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Coupe  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,751 mm 2,703 mm 0 mm
Length 4,681 mm 4,427 mm 0 mm
Width 1,872 mm 1,770 mm 0 mm
Height 1,646 mm 1,341 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,718 kg 1,395 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 62 L 60 L 2 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,008 mm 970 mm -969 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,473 mm 1,392 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,392 mm 1,354 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,059 mm 1,085 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 998 mm 935 mm 63 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,417 mm 1,394 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,346 mm 1,222 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 925 mm 818 mm 107 mm
Total Legroom 1,984 mm (over 2 rows) 1,902 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 847 L 215 L 632 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 1,659 L 7.6 -6.6 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Mazda CX-7

2012 Mazda CX-7 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 161-horsepower 2.5L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Tight seating in rear unless seats are pulled way fwd. see full Mazda CX-7 review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Mazda RX-8

2006 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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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