Model Year | 2007 | 2011 | |
Model | Mazda RX-8 | Mazda CX-9 | |
Engine | 1.3L R2 OHV-2v 212 hp@7500 159 lb-ft@5500 |
3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 273 hp@6250 270 lb-ft@4250 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Coupe | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.4 in | 113.2 in | -6.8 in |
Length | 174.3 in | 200.2 in | -25.9 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 76.2 in | -6.5 in |
Height | 52.8 in | 68.0 in | -15.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3075 lb. | 4546 lb. | -1471 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 20.1 gal. | -4.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 39.6 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 59.4 in | -4.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 56.5 in | -3.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.7 in | 40.9 in | 1.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 39.0 in | -2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 58.7 in | -3.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 48.1 in | 56.0 in | -7.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 39.8 in | -7.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.4 in | -35.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 56.9 in | -56.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 43.7 in | -43.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 32.4 in | -32.4 in |
Total Legroom | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 113.1 in (over 3 rows) | -38.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 7.6 ft3 | 17.2 ft3 | -9.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 7.6 | 48.3 ft3 | -40.7 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 7.6 ft3 | 100.7 ft3 | -93.1 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 |
2011 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Seat hugs in the right places without being cumbersome. Headrest position is much better than the midsize GM vehicles I test-drove (Chevy Traverse, GMC Acadia, Buick Enclave). see full Mazda CX-9 review |