Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | |
Model | Mazda RX-8 | GMC Acadia | |
Engine | 1.3L R2 OHV-2v 158 kW@7500 216 Nm@5500 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 215 kW@6300 366 Nm@3400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Coupe | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,703 mm | 3,020 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 4,427 mm | 5,098 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,770 mm | 1,986 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,341 mm | 1,775 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,395 kg | 2,209 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 83 L | -23 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 970 mm | 1,026 mm | 969 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,392 mm | 1,572 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,354 mm | 1,468 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,085 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 935 mm | 998 mm | -63 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,394 mm | 1,552 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,222 mm | 1,471 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 818 mm | 937 mm | -119 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 975 mm | -975 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,468 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,227 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 843 mm | -843 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,902 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,830 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 215 L | 682 L | -467 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 7.6 | 1,951 L | 6.6 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 7.6 | 3,310 L | 4.6 |
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 |
2011 GMC Acadia Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 288-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The third room has enough head room to even fit an adult comfortably and is wide enough to accommodate three individuals. It is one of the few SUV's that offer 8 seat capacity and has a larger interior capacity than a Tahoe. see full GMC Acadia review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 288-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
we travel with adults not children and find the 2nd row very comfortable. see full GMC Acadia review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 288-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Better 2nd & 3rd row comfort than the Honda Minivan (this is to be a daily driver for a family with 4 kids under 10) see full GMC Acadia review |