Model Year | 2007 | 2008 | |
Model | Mazda RX-8 | Dodge Challenger | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.4 in | 116.0 in | -9.6 in |
Length | 174.3 in | 197.7 in | -23.4 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 75.7 in | -6 in |
Height | 52.8 in | 57.0 in | -4.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3045 lb. | 4140 lb. | -1095 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 19.0 gal. | -3.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 39.5 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 58.2 in | -3.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 54.7 in | -1.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.7 in | 42.0 in | 0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 37.4 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 53.9 in | 1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 48.1 in | 51.4 in | -3.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 32.6 in | -0.4 in |
Total Legroom | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 74.6 in (over 2 rows) | 0.3 in |
Cargo Volume | 7.6 ft3 | 16.2 ft3 | -8.6 ft3 |
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 |
2008 Dodge Challenger Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 2dr Coupe 376-horsepower 5.7L V8 6-speed manual RWD |
The most comfortable seats I have ever been in can drive all day and back does not hurt. see full Dodge Challenger review |