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Mazda RX-8 (2008) vs. Honda Civic (2014) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Mazda RX-8 and 2014 Honda Civic specs.

2008 Mazda RX-8 and 2014 Honda Civic Specifications

Model Year 2008 2014  
Model Mazda RX-8 Honda Civic  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Coupe 2dr Coupe  
      Difference
Wheelbase 106.4 in 103.2 in 3.2 in
Length 174.3 in 177.9 in -3.6 in
Width 69.7 in 69.0 in 0.7 in
Height 52.8 in 55.0 in -2.2 in
Curb Weight 3045 lb. 2754 lb. 291 lb.
Fuel Capacity 15.9 gal. 13.2 gal. 2.7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.2 in 38.1 in 0.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 54.8 in 55.1 in -0.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.3 in 53.2 in 0.1 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.7 in 42.2 in 0.5 in
Headroom, Row 2 36.8 in 34.3 in 2.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 54.9 in 52.2 in 2.7 in
Hip Room, Row 2 48.1 in 49.0 in -0.9 in
Legroom, Row 2 32.2 in 30.8 in 1.4 in
Total Legroom 74.9 in (over 2 rows) 73 in (over 2 rows) 1.9 in
Cargo Volume 7.6 ft3 11.7 ft3 -4.1 ft3

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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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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 Honda Civic

2014 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2013 Interior dimensions haven't changed, so the 2013 Civic continues to have one of the segment's roomiest rear seats (though not in the same league as the VW Jetta). A barely there floor hump and a broad cushy center seat render the Civic more capable than most compact sedans of seating three adults, though the rear cushion is somewhat low and hip room is in short supply. You'll find more shoulder room but less rear legroom in the Dart's back seat. Midsize sedans often don't offer much more rear legroom, but their seats tend to be more comfortably positioned. see full Honda Civic review
 

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