Model Year | 2010 | 2009 | |
Model | Mazda RX-8 | Mercedes-Benz M-Class | |
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Body | 4dr Coupe | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.4 in | 114.7 in | -8.3 in |
Length | 175.6 in | 188.5 in | -12.9 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 75.2 in | -5.5 in |
Height | 52.8 in | 70.1 in | -17.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3064 lb. | 4705 lb. | -1641 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 |
2010 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 |
2010 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
The R3 Recaro seats had side bolsters that were a bit tight for us. I am below average in size as a male, and my wife is also very small and we found the bolsters cut into our hips far more than was comfortable. The seats are racing oriented only. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
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 |