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2008 Mazda RX-8 and 2006 Honda S2000 Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
| Model | Mazda RX-8 | Honda S2000 | |
| Engine | 1.3L R2 OHV-2v 232 hp@8500 159 lb-ft@5500 |
2.2L I4 DOHC-4v 237 hp@7800 162 lb-ft@6800 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr Coupe | 2dr Convertible | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.4 in | 94.5 in | 11.9 in |
| Length | 174.3 in | 162.2 in | 12.1 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 68.9 in | 0.8 in |
| Height | 52.8 in | 50.0 in | 2.8 in |
| Curb Weight | 3045 lb. | 2855 lb. | 190 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 2.7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 34.6 in | 3.6 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 50.7 in | 4.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 49.8 in | 3.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.7 in | 44.3 in | -1.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 0.0 in | 36.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 0.0 in | 54.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 48.1 in | 0.0 in | 48.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 0.0 in | 32.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 44.3 in (over 1 rows) | 30.6 in |
| Cargo Volume | 7.6 ft3 | 5.0 ft3 | 2.6 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Honda S2000
| 2006 Honda S2000 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2005 | 2dr Convertible 240-horsepower 2.2L I4 6-speed manual RWD |
Seats are aggressively bolstered, but fit very comfortably. I am a 6 foot tall slightly overweight male. The seat adjusts adequately to my height, unlike several other convertibles I have driven. see full Honda S2000 review |
| 2005 | 2dr Convertible 240-horsepower 2.2L I4 6-speed manual RWD |
Fits taller people than other roadsters I have tried. Probably comparable with modern BMW Z4 but I did not try that. see full Honda S2000 review |
| 2006 Honda S2000 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 2dr Convertible 237-horsepower 2.2L I4 6-speed manual RWD |
Seat feels hard and is difficult to get adjusted properly. see full Honda S2000 review |
| 2006 | 2dr Convertible 237-horsepower 2.2L I4 6-speed manual RWD |
this car is engineered for speed, no wasted space.front quarters are cramped as one would expect with a roadster see full Honda S2000 review |
| 2005 | 2dr Convertible 240-horsepower 2.2L I4 6-speed manual RWD |
I'm 6' tall with a 33" inseam, 149 lbs, 30" waist. I fit exactly in every direction. The hip width of the seats is exactly mine, the seat is all the way back, and the back is ever so slightly tipped upwards from full back. Comfortable but see full Honda S2000 review |
| 2005 | 2dr Convertible 240-horsepower 2.2L I4 6-speed manual RWD |
I'm 5' 9" and 185# and of average frame proportions. The seat bolsters are Proportioned for the Asian torso. So, the average-to-large European butt isn't going to appreciate the tight seat bolsters. This is why the bolsters quickly break down and need re-padding with firm foam. see full Honda S2000 review |
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