| Model Year | 2007 | 2020 | |
| Model | Mazda RX-8 | Ford Expedition | |
| Engine | 1.3L R2 OHV-2v 212 hp@7500 159 lb-ft@5500 |
turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 375 hp@5000 470 lb-ft@2250 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 10-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr Coupe | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.4 in | 122.5 in | -16.1 in |
| Length | 174.3 in | 210.0 in | -35.7 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 79.9 in | -10.2 in |
| Height | 52.8 in | 76.6 in | -23.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3075 lb. | 5443 lb. | -2368 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 23.3 gal. | -7.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 42.0 in | -3.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 64.9 in | -10.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 62.2 in | -8.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.7 in | 41.0 in | 1.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 40.0 in | -3.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 64.8 in | -9.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 48.1 in | 62.6 in | -14.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 41.5 in | -9.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.3 in | -37.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 64.2 in | -64.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 51.4 in | -51.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.1 in | -36.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 118.6 in (over 3 rows) | -43.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 7.6 ft3 | 19.3 ft3 | -11.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 7.6 | 57.5 ft3 | -49.9 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 7.6 ft3 | 104.6 ft3 | -97 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 2020 Ford Expedition.