Mazda RX-8 (2009) vs. Ford Expedition (2008) Specs

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2009 Mazda RX-8 and 2008 Ford Expedition Specifications

Model Year	2009	2008
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	175.6 in	206.5 in	-30.9 in
Width	69.7 in	78.8 in	-9.1 in
Height	52.8 in	77.2 in	-24.4 in
Curb Weight	3064 lb.	5578 lb.	-2514 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

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Mazda RX-8

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

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Ford Expedition

2008 Ford Expedition Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2007	4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range	Plenty of leg room in 2nd and 3rd row. see full Ford Expedition review
2007	4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range	room to get comfortable on long trips; e-z access to coffee, my phone, my wallet; birds-eye view of the road see full Ford Expedition review
2007	4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range	Like sitting in your favorite easy chair in your living room. see full Ford Expedition review
2007	4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range	Plenty of space for larger people and lots of space between front passenger and driver. see full Ford Expedition review
2007	4dr SUV 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range	Can fit two adults and a car seat in the second row seat. Third row is just as comfortable. see full Ford Expedition review

2008 Ford Expedition Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2007	4dr SUV, ext. 300-horsepower 5.4L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range	Hard and flat. see full Ford Expedition review

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