Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | |
Model | Mazda RX-8 | Ford Fusion | |
Engine | 1.3L R2 OHV-2v 158 kW@7500 216 Nm@5500 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 179 kW@6550 302 Nm@4300 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,703 mm | 2,728 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,460 mm | 4,841 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,770 mm | 1,834 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,341 mm | 1,445 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,403 kg | 1,650 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 66 L | -6 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 970 mm | 983 mm | -13 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,392 mm | 1,458 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,354 mm | 1,372 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,085 mm | 1,074 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 935 mm | 960 mm | -25 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,394 mm | 1,435 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,222 mm | 1,354 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 818 mm | 942 mm | -124 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,902 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,017 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 215 L | 467 L | -252 L |
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 |
2011 Ford Fusion Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 240-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The front seats are very comfortable, and provide very adequate support for long trips. Side support isn't the very best for hard cornering though. see full Ford Fusion review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
All passengers have commented about the generous space and overall comfort of the rear seat. see full Ford Fusion review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
Controls are easily adjusted to fit any driver. Lateral support is good without feeling pinched into the seat. Dead pedal is perfectly positioned. see full Ford Fusion review |