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2006 Mazda RX-8 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Specifications
| Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
| Model | Mazda RX-8 | Mercedes-Benz M-Class | |
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| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Coupe | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.4 in | 114.7 in | -8.3 in |
| Length | 174.3 in | 188.5 in | -14.2 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 75.2 in | -5.5 in |
| Height | 52.8 in | 70.1 in | -17.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3045 lb. | 4705 lb. | -1660 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 25.1 gal. | -9.2 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 39.9 in | -1.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 59.9 in | -5.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 55.9 in | -2.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.7 in | 42.2 in | 0.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 39.8 in | -3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 59.8 in | -4.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 48.1 in | 56.2 in | -8.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 40.0 in | -7.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | -7.3 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 7.6 ft3 | 29.4 ft3 | -21.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 7.6 ft3 | 72.4 ft3 | -64.8 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Mazda RX-8
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Mercedes-Benz M-Class
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Bottom seat cushions are long enough for taller drivers. Padding is not too firm or too soft. Excellent support and an upright, easy-chair seating position, instead of having to extend your legs horizontally to get legroom. Results in no low back pain. see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review |
| 2009 Mercedes-Benz M-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 382-horsepower 5.5L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
very still and uncomfortable for long drives see full Mercedes-Benz M-Class review |
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