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2008 Mazda RX-8 and 2016 Nissan Maxima Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2016 | |
| Model | Mazda RX-8 | Nissan Maxima | |
| Engine | 1.3L R2 OHV-2v 232 hp@8500 159 lb-ft@5500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@6400 261 lb-ft@4400 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 7-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 | 192.8 in | -18.5 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 73.2 in | -3.5 in |
| Height | 52.8 in | 56.5 in | -3.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3045 lb. | 3471 lb. | -426 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 18.0 gal. | -2.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 39.4 in | -1.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 56.7 in | -1.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 54.2 in | -0.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.7 in | 45.0 in | -2.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 36.7 in | 0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 55.7 in | -0.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 48.1 in | 53.5 in | -5.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 34.2 in | -2 in |
| Total Legroom | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 79.2 in (over 2 rows) | -4.3 in |
| Cargo Volume | 7.6 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 | -6.7 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 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Nissan Maxima
| 2016 Nissan Maxima Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| 2016 | Starting with the 2013 Altima and continuing with the 2015 Murano, the latest Nissans have had exceptionally comfortable front seats. The new Maxima's seats are based on the Altima's, but have some additional padding. While they don't feel as cushy and form-fitting to me as the Murano's, they're still more comfortable than the Acura TLX's front seats, which are themselves pretty good. The side bolsters are of similarly moderate size and aggressiveness in both cars, but the Maxima SR's Alcantara upholstery prevents sliding much better than the TLX's leather. see full Nissan Maxima review | |
| 2016 Nissan Maxima Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| If you need an especially roomy rear seat, then the Maxima isn't your best bet. The Nissan does have an inch or two more rear knee room than the Acura TLX, and about an inch more rear headroom than the Lincoln MKZ (perhaps enough for someone six-feet tall), but the LaCrosse, Azera, and Avalon offer enough rear seat space for adults to not only fit but stretch out. see full Nissan Maxima review | ||
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Nissan Maxima
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