Model Year | 2009 | 2006 | |
Model | Mazda RX-8 | Dodge Durango | |
Engine | 1.3L R2 OHV-2v 212 hp@7500 159 lb-ft@5500 |
5.7L V8 OHV-2v 335 hp@5200 370 lb-ft@4200 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Coupe | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.4 in | 119.2 in | -12.8 in |
Length | 175.6 in | 200.8 in | -25.2 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 76.0 in | -6.3 in |
Height | 52.8 in | 74.3 in | -21.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3094 lb. | 5048 lb. | -1954 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 27.0 gal. | -11.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 40.8 in | -2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 59.3 in | -4.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 58.7 in | -5.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.7 in | 41.5 in | 1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 39.2 in | -2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 57.2 in | -2.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 48.1 in | 57.2 in | -9.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 37.4 in | -5.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 39.2 in | -39.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 59.6 in | -59.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.1 in | -48.1 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.4 in | -34.4 in |
Total Legroom | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 113.3 in (over 3 rows) | -38.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 7.6 ft3 | 20.1 ft3 | -12.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 7.6 | 68.4 ft3 | -60.8 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 7.6 ft3 | 102.4 ft3 | -94.8 ft3 |
2009 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 |
2009 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 Dodge Durango Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD |
With the power adjustable front seat, both myself (at just over 6 feet tall) and my wife (5 foot 5) can find plenty of leg room. The additional seat width is appreciated for me (over our past viechle) as I have long arms & need more elbow room than most. see full Dodge Durango review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD |
With a growing family, we needed 3 rows of seats that can actually haul people of normal size. It seems the 3rd row of some SUVs are made for 10 year olds. This viechle fits 8 people in a pinch, 7 comfortably. see full Dodge Durango review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 230-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range |
I am small, but regardless, there is plenty of room for comfort. The front cabin is so roomy I tend to lose things in it! see full Dodge Durango review |