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2008 Mazda RX-8 and 2009 Nissan Maxima Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
| Model | Mazda RX-8 | Nissan Maxima | |
| Engine | 1.3L R2 OHV-2v 232 hp@8500 159 lb-ft@5500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6400 261 lb-ft@4400 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable CVT | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.4 in | 109.3 in | -2.9 in |
| Length | 174.3 in | 190.6 in | -16.3 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 73.2 in | -3.5 in |
| Height | 52.8 in | 57.8 in | -5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3045 lb. | 3556 lb. | -511 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 20.0 gal. | -4.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 38.5 in | -0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 56.3 in | -1.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 53.4 in | -0.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.7 in | 43.8 in | -1.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 36.4 in | 0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 55.1 in | -0.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 48.1 in | 53.9 in | -5.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 34.6 in | -2.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 78.4 in (over 2 rows) | -3.5 in |
| Cargo Volume | 7.6 ft3 | 14.2 ft3 | -6.6 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Mazda RX-8
| 2008 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 |
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Nissan Maxima
| 2009 Nissan Maxima Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
Lumbar in the base model. Good side bolstering on bottom cushion and through the shoulders. Large range of adjustment and the wheel tilts and shifts. see full Nissan Maxima review |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
Lots of room, soft seats. see full Nissan Maxima review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
Bucket seats hold you in around corners - very supportive. Telescopic steering wheel and power seats ensure you get a great driving position. Both seats and steering wheel are heated. Dual climate control great for passengers. see full Nissan Maxima review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
It fits everywhere. On a recent trip, I drove all day and was never "seat tired". see full Nissan Maxima review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
Adjustable everything! Air conditioned driver seat a huge consideration. see full Nissan Maxima review |
| 2009 Nissan Maxima Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
My tall friends hit there heads on the roofline, they are over 6 foot see full Nissan Maxima review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
The rear seat of the 7th gen Maxima is slightly smaller than that of the 6th gen Maxima. Still fairly roomy, but slightly smaller. This is understandable because of the major styling change, and the conversion from 'near luxury family sedan' back to 'near luxury family sedan with a sporty edge' that took place between these generations. see full Nissan Maxima review |
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