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Model Year | 2011 | 2006 | |
Model | Mazda RX-8 | Chevrolet TrailBlazer | |
Engine | 1.3L R2 OHV-2v 232 hp@8500 159 lb-ft@5500 |
6.0L V8 OHV-2v 395 hp@6000 400 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Coupe | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.4 in | 113.0 in | -6.6 in |
Length | 175.6 in | 191.8 in | -16.2 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 74.7 in | -5 in |
Height | 52.8 in | 72.5 in | -19.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3064 lb. | 4452 lb. | -1388 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 22.0 gal. | -6.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 40.2 in | -2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 58.5 in | -3.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 56.0 in | -2.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.7 in | 42.9 in | -0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 39.6 in | -2.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 58.5 in | -3.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 48.1 in | 58.2 in | -10.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 37.0 in | -4.8 in |
Total Legroom | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | -5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 7.6 ft3 | 43.7 ft3 | -36.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 7.6 ft3 | 80.1 ft3 | -72.5 ft3 |
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 |
2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 291-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Excellent Front Seats see full Chevrolet TrailBlazer review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 291-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic RWD |
I am tall (6'6") and fit in the front seats and am able to drive it. That is rare and good. Comfort is high for a GM product. see full Chevrolet TrailBlazer review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 291-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
The best front seats for cruising and around town comfort. Love the individual memory settings and adjustment range of the power controls. see full Chevrolet TrailBlazer review |
2006 Chevrolet TrailBlazer Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 291-horsepower 4.2L I6 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Far too cramped getting in and out of the rear seating. see full Chevrolet TrailBlazer review |