Model Year | 2008 | 2007 | |
Model | Mazda RX-8 | Chevrolet Uplander | |
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Body | 4dr Coupe | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.4 in | 121.1 in | -14.7 in |
Length | 174.3 in | 204.4 in | -30.1 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 72.0 in | -2.3 in |
Height | 52.8 in | 72.1 in | -19.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3045 lb. | 4470 lb. | -1425 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 25.0 gal. | -9.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 39.8 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 59.9 in | -5.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 55.8 in | -2.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.7 in | 39.9 in | 2.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 38.9 in | -2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 61.2 in | -6.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 48.1 in | 61.6 in | -13.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 38.9 in | -6.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.2 in | -38.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.6 in | -48.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.3 in | -48.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.2 in | -36.2 in |
Total Legroom | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 115 in (over 3 rows) | -40.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 7.6 ft3 | 26.9 ft3 | -19.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 7.6 | 74.1 ft3 | -66.5 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 7.6 ft3 | 136.5 ft3 | -128.9 ft3 |
2008 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Very comfortable Recaro seats, even on long drives. Larger people may not be comfortable so beware. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
2009 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Given the RX-8's compact dimensions, you wouldn't expect rear seat space to be a strength. But thanks to clever packaging and a subtly high roofline, there is actually space for real adults in back, provided those up front are short or move their seats up somewhat. With a pair of pickup-like rear-opening "half" rear doors, ingress and egress for rear seat passengers is a snap. For those who want a sports car but have children or need to transport a few friends occassionally, the RX-8 fits the bill nicely. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
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 |
2007 Chevrolet Uplander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Minivan 240-horsepower 3.9L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Good for hauling the family and cargo . see full Chevrolet Uplander review |