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2008 Mazda RX-8 and 2014 Ford Transit Connect Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2014 | |
| Model | Mazda RX-8 | Ford Transit Connect | |
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| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Coupe | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.4 in | 120.6 in | -14.2 in |
| Length | 174.3 in | 189.7 in | -15.4 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 72.2 in | -2.5 in |
| Height | 52.8 in | 72.0 in | -19.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3045 lb. | 3979 lb. | -934 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 15.8 gal. | 0.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 46.9 in | -8.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 57.7 in | -2.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 54.6 in | -1.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.7 in | 40.3 in | 2.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 45.1 in | -8.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 58.5 in | -3.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 48.1 in | 58.5 in | -10.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 37.6 in | -5.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 41.3 in | -41.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 56.3 in | -56.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 47.0 in | -47 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.0 in | -35 in |
| Total Legroom | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 112.9 in (over 3 rows) | -38 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 7.6 ft3 | 19.8 ft3 | -12.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 7.6 | 58.9 ft3 | -51.3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 7.6 ft3 | 104.2 ft3 | -96.6 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Mazda RX-8
| 2008 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 |
| 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 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Ford Transit Connect
| 2014 Ford Transit Connect Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| The Transit Connect's second-row bench is roomy and fairly comfortable for two people, but somewhat tight for three. The Sienna has another half-foot of shoulder room. Also, the seatback in the Ford's second row does not recline. If you do want captain's chairs, well, they're not an option. The situation worsens in the Ford's third row, which is less substantial and much lower to the floor than the third-row seats in the Honda or the Toyota. Unlike the Transit Connect's second row, its third-row seat does slide fore-aft (about six inches) and recline. Slide it all the way back, and legroom becomes almost generous. Still, it isn't a place many adults would want to spend much time. On top of this, it should be easier to open and close the Transit Connect's sliding doors and to get into its third row. The second row doesn't tip or slide forward like those in conventional minivans. Instead, it must be pushed to the floor in a fairly difficult two-step procedure. see full Ford Transit Connect review | ||
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Ford Transit Connect
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