Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
Model | Mazda RX-8 | Jeep Liberty | |
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Body | 4dr Coupe | 4dr SUV | |
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Wheelbase | 106.4 in | 104.3 in | 2.1 in |
Length | 174.3 in | 174.4 in | -0.1 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 71.6 in | -1.9 in |
Height | 52.8 in | 71.9 in | -19.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3045 lb. | 3821 lb. | -776 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 20.5 gal. | -4.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 40.7 in | -2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 56.5 in | -1.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 57.0 in | -3.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.7 in | 40.8 in | 1.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 42.1 in | -5.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 56.5 in | -1.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 48.1 in | 47.4 in | 0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 37.2 in | -5 in |
Total Legroom | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 78 in (over 2 rows) | -3.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 7.6 ft3 | 29.0 ft3 | -21.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 7.6 ft3 | 69.0 ft3 | -61.4 ft3 |
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 |
2006 Jeep Liberty Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 160hp 2.8L I4 Diesel 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Fits our kids. see full Jeep Liberty review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 3.7L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
fullypowered front seat. gives you perfect control over your position as a driver see full Jeep Liberty review |