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2011 Mazda RX-8 and 2009 Ford Explorer Specifications
| Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
| Model | Mazda RX-8 | Ford Explorer | |
| Engine | 1.3L R2 OHV-2v 212 hp@7500 159 lb-ft@5500 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr Coupe | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.4 in | 113.7 in | -7.3 in |
| Length | 175.6 in | 193.4 in | -17.8 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 73.7 in | -4 in |
| Height | 52.8 in | 72.8 in | -20 in |
| Curb Weight | 3094 lb. | 4531 lb. | -1437 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -6.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 39.8 in | -1.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 59.0 in | -4.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 55.4 in | -2.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.7 in | 42.4 in | 0.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 38.7 in | -1.9 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 58.9 in | -4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 48.1 in | 55.5 in | -7.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 36.9 in | -4.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.4 in | -37.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.1 in | -53.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 45.3 in | -45.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.9 in | -34.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -39.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 7.6 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | -6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 7.6 | 43.9 ft3 | -36.3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 7.6 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -76.1 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Mazda RX-8
| 2011 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 2009 Ford Explorer
| 2009 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review |
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