Model Year | 2007 | 2012 | |
Model | Mazda RX-8 | Kia Sportage | |
Engine | 1.3L R2 OHV-2v 232 hp@8500 159 lb-ft@5500 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6000 269 lb-ft@1850 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Coupe | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.4 in | 103.9 in | 2.5 in |
Length | 174.3 in | 174.8 in | -0.5 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 73.0 in | -3.3 in |
Height | 52.8 in | 64.4 in | -11.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3045 lb. | 3466 lb. | -421 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 1.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 39.1 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 56.7 in | -1.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 53.7 in | -0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.7 in | 41.4 in | 1.3 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 | 49.1 in | -1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 37.9 in | -5.7 in |
Total Legroom | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | -4.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 7.6 ft3 | 26.1 ft3 | -18.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 7.6 ft3 | 54.6 ft3 | -47 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Kia Sportage.