| Model Year | 2007 | 2015 | |
| Model | Mazda RX-8 | Jeep Cherokee | |
| Engine | 1.3L R2 OHV-2v 212 hp@7500 159 lb-ft@5500 |
3.2L V6 DOHC-4v 271 hp@6500 239 lb-ft@4400 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 9-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Coupe | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.4 in | 106.3 in | 0.1 in |
| Length | 174.3 in | 182.0 in | -7.7 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 73.2 in | -3.5 in |
| Height | 52.8 in | 65.7 in | -12.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3075 lb. | 4044 lb. | -969 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 0 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 39.4 in | -1.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 57.6 in | -2.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 53.8 in | -0.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.7 in | 41.1 in | 1.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 38.5 in | -1.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 55.1 in | -0.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 48.1 in | 49.9 in | -1.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 40.3 in | -8.1 in |
| Total Legroom | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 81.4 in (over 2 rows) | -6.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 7.6 ft3 | 24.8 ft3 | -17.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 7.6 ft3 | 54.9 ft3 | -47.3 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 |
| 2015 Jeep Cherokee Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| 2014 | The GMC Terrain and Subaru Forester have roomy rear seats, but no vents to keep people back there cool. The Ford Escape has rear air vents, but a much less roomy rear seat. The Jeep Cherokee has a roomy, comfortably high rear seat AND rear air vents. see full Jeep Cherokee review | |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Jeep Cherokee.