| Model Year | 2007 | 2018 | |
| Model | Mazda RX-8 | Ford Focus | |
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| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.4 in | 104.3 in | 2.1 in |
| Length | 174.3 in | 178.5 in | -4.2 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 71.8 in | -2.1 in |
| Height | 52.8 in | 57.7 in | -4.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3045 lb. | 2960 lb. | 85 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 12.4 gal. | 3.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 38.3 in | -0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 55.6 in | -0.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 53.9 in | -0.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.7 in | 41.9 in | 0.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 38.0 in | -1.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 53.7 in | 1.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 48.1 in | 52.7 in | -4.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 33.2 in | -1 in |
| Total Legroom | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 75.1 in (over 2 rows) | -0.2 in |
| Cargo Volume | 7.6 ft3 | 13.2 ft3 | -5.6 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 2018 Ford Focus.