Model Year | 2009 | 2006 | |
Model | Mazda RX-8 | Ford Fusion | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.4 in | 107.4 in | -1 in |
Length | 175.6 in | 190.2 in | -14.6 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 72.2 in | -2.5 in |
Height | 52.8 in | 57.2 in | -4.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3064 lb. | 3101 lb. | -37 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 17.5 gal. | -1.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 38.7 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 57.4 in | -2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 54.0 in | -0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.7 in | 42.3 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 37.8 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 56.5 in | -1.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 48.1 in | 53.6 in | -5.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 37.0 in | -4.8 in |
Total Legroom | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | -4.4 in |
Cargo Volume | 7.6 ft3 | 15.8 ft3 | -8.2 ft3 |
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 |
2006 Ford Fusion Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 221-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
plenty of leg room for tall people see full Ford Fusion review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 160-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Plenty of leg room and good seats. see full Ford Fusion review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 221-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Easy entry, tons of leg room see full Ford Fusion review |
2006 Ford Fusion Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 160-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Angle of rear doors and seat do not work well when trying to get in and out. Worse if using as family car and trying to get child in/out of car seat. see full Ford Fusion review |