Mazda RX-8 (2006) vs. Mazda Mazda6 (2007) Specs

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2006 Mazda RX-8 and 2007 Mazda Mazda6 Specifications

Model Year	2006	2007
Model	Mazda RX-8	Mazda Mazda6
Engine	1.3L R2 OHV-2v 238 hp@8500 159 lb-ft@5500	turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 270 hp@5500 280 lb-ft@3000
Transmission	6-speed manual	6-speed manual
Drivetrain	RWD	AWD
Body	4dr Coupe	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	2,703 mm	2,675 mm	0 mm
Length	4,427 mm	4,745 mm	0 mm
Width	1,770 mm	1,781 mm	0 mm
Height	1,341 mm	1,440 mm	0 mm
Curb Weight	1,381 kg	1,628 kg	0 kg
Fuel Capacity	60 L	68 L	-8 L
Headroom, Row 1	970 mm	983 mm	-13 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1	1,392 mm	1,425 mm	0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1	1,354 mm	1,389 mm	0 mm
Legroom, Row 1	1,085 mm	1,074 mm	0 mm
Headroom, Row 2	935 mm	942 mm	-7 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2	1,394 mm	1,394 mm	0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2	1,222 mm	1,374 mm	0 mm
Legroom, Row 2	818 mm	927 mm	-109 mm
Total Legroom	1,902 mm (over 2 rows)	2,002 mm (over 2 rows)	-1 mm
Cargo Volume	215 L	430 L	-215 L

2006 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
2005	4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD	Adults my height (5-9) can actually fit in the back seat of the RX-8. And getting in and out is aided by a second set of rear-hinged doors. Other sports cars have no rear seat or a very small one. see full Mazda RX-8 review
2005	4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD	Unlike most sports cars, the RX-8 has a rear seat that adults can get into (using rear doors) and fit into. see full Mazda RX-8 review

2006 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2005	4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD	Head room is low with sunroof see full Mazda RX-8 review
2005	4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD	Ok for small women and children. Not really made for full sized male adults see full Mazda RX-8 review
2005	4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD	it is POSSIBLE to fit an adult in the back...but really anyone over 10-12 years old will be uncomfortable. see full Mazda RX-8 review

2007 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2006	4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual AWD	It took a while for me to adjust the seat properly, but after I did, I have to say the seating position and comfort rivaled many European sedans I have driven. I was not used to this level of comfort from an Asian-designed automobile. see full Mazda Mazda6 review

2007 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2007	4dr Sedan 156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	front seat is designed to short for taller people. see full Mazda Mazda6 review
2006	4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual AWD	For short trips the Speed6 is fine. Longer than 2 hours in the car kills my back. Maybe the seats are cheaper in the Sport vs. the GT. Fortunately I've only taken 1 or 2 very long trips in it. see full Mazda Mazda6 review
2006	4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual AWD	Too small for adults. see full Mazda Mazda6 review

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