Model Year | 2011 | 2010 | |
Model | Mazda RX-8 | Jeep Grand Cherokee | |
Engine | 1.3L R2 OHV-2v 232 hp@8500 159 lb-ft@5500 |
5.7L V8 OHV-2v 357 hp@5200 389 lb-ft@4350 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Coupe | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.4 in | 109.5 in | -3.1 in |
Length | 175.6 in | 186.6 in | -11 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 73.3 in | -3.6 in |
Height | 52.8 in | 67.7 in | -14.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3064 lb. | 4531 lb. | -1467 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 20.8 gal. | -4.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 39.7 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 59.1 in | -4.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 57.6 in | -4.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.7 in | 41.7 in | 1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 39.3 in | -2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 58.5 in | -3.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 48.1 in | 60.6 in | -12.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 35.5 in | -3.3 in |
Total Legroom | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | -2.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 7.6 ft3 | 34.5 ft3 | -26.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 7.6 ft3 | 67.4 ft3 | -59.8 ft3 |
2011 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
The R3 Recaro seats had side bolsters that were a bit tight for us. I am below average in size as a male, and my wife is also very small and we found the bolsters cut into our hips far more than was comfortable. The seats are racing oriented only. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 360-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
Seats are supportive and highly adjustable. see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 290-horsepower 3.6L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
Great head room (no sunroof), excellent ergonomic design to the seat backs, and vertically adjustable lumbar support see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 360-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
Huge rear seat leg room and reclining rear seats see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review |
2010 Jeep Grand Cherokee Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 360-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
They are harder than I would like. I came from an F150 with the luxury package and the seats were amazing, these sears are hard and could be improved upon by being softer. see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review |