Model Year | 2007 | 2014 | |
Model | Mazda RX-8 | Infiniti Q50 | |
Engine | 1.3L R2 OHV-2v 232 hp@8500 159 lb-ft@5500 |
3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 328 hp@7000 269 lb-ft@5200 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.4 in | 112.2 in | -5.8 in |
Length | 174.3 in | 188.3 in | -14 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 71.8 in | -2.1 in |
Height | 52.8 in | 56.8 in | -4 in |
Curb Weight | 3045 lb. | 3574 lb. | -529 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 20.0 gal. | -4.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 40.2 in | -2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 56.7 in | -1.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 53.2 in | 0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.7 in | 44.5 in | -1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 37.5 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 56.1 in | -1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 48.1 in | 52.5 in | -4.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 35.1 in | -2.9 in |
Total Legroom | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 79.6 in (over 2 rows) | -4.7 in |
Cargo Volume | 7.6 ft3 | 13.5 ft3 | -5.9 ft3 |
2007 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2006 | 4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Rear seats are functional for adults, which is unique for a sports car. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
2014 Infiniti Q50 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2014 | Like the G37, the Q50 has one of the roomiest rear seats among BMW 3-Series challengers. On paper it offers the most combined rear legroom, 44.5 inches in the front seat and 35.1 inches in back, about 2.5 more than the BMW and Lexus. But the difference doesn't seem as large as this number suggests. The Audi S4 and Cadillac ATS remain more cramped. The Q50 doesn't come by its extra room through brilliant packaging. Instead, at 188 inches it's about a half-foot longer than a 3-Series or ATS. see full Infiniti Q50 review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Infiniti Q50.