Mazda RX-8 (2006) vs. Ford Expedition (2013) Specs

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2006 Mazda RX-8 and 2013 Ford Expedition Specifications

Model Year	2006	2013
Model	Mazda RX-8	Ford Expedition
Engine
Transmission
Drivetrain
Body	4dr Coupe	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	106.4 in	119.0 in	-12.6 in
Length	174.3 in	206.5 in	-32.2 in
Width	69.7 in	78.8 in	-9.1 in
Height	52.8 in	77.2 in	-24.4 in
Curb Weight	3045 lb.	5578 lb.	-2533 lb.
Fuel Capacity	15.9 gal.	28.0 gal.	-12.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.2 in	39.6 in	-1.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	54.8 in	63.2 in	-8.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1	53.3 in	60.2 in	-6.9 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.7 in	41.1 in	1.6 in
Headroom, Row 2	36.8 in	39.8 in	-3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	54.9 in	63.7 in	-8.8 in
Hip Room, Row 2	48.1 in	59.9 in	-11.8 in
Legroom, Row 2	32.2 in	39.1 in	-6.9 in
Headroom, Row 3	0.0 in	38.3 in	-38.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	0.0 in	51.9 in	-51.9 in
Hip Room, Row 3	0.0 in	50.2 in	-50.2 in
Legroom, Row 3	0.0 in	37.7 in	-37.7 in
Total Legroom	74.9 in (over 2 rows)	117.9 in (over 3 rows)	-43 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	7.6 ft³	18.6 ft³	-11 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	7.6	55.0 ft³	-47.4
Cargo Volume, Maximum	7.6 ft³	108.3 ft³	-100.7 ft³

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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
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
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
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
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

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Ford Expedition

2013 Ford Expedition Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2014	0	The driven Limited trim had black heated and cooled front seats. The cooling was necessary in the summertime Texas heat and perfomed well - I turned them on every time I got in the car (unlike the Lexus system, that you can leave on as it is a dial, you have to activate the cooling every single time you restart the car). These thrones were comfortable for a 4 hour drive - there was more room for someone who has more girth than I. Also, adjustable pedals are a great Ford innovation that I wish more manufacturers would include. My wife (who is 11 inches shorter than me) could easily drive this beast comfortably, without sitting too close to the steering wheel. see full Ford Expedition review
2014	0	Both the second and third rows have ample room, with and without kid's car seats, for three across. The third row isn't an afterthought like in other SUVs and even 5'11" adults are happy back there. Additionally, the vents provide adequate AC in 100+ degree heat. There are plenty of easily accessible LATCH anchors if you wish (although seatbelts are generally just as easy and have a higher weight rating with car seats than the LATCH anchors). Most minivans (except the Odyssey) do not have LATCH in the center of the second row - only on the outboard - and only have LATCH in the center of the third row. The Expedition (and Odyssey) is nice because they are flexible where you can put car seats comfortably. see full Ford Expedition review

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