| Model Year | 2007 | 2010 | |
| 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 |
| 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2010 Ford Expedition.