Model Year | 2007 | 2012 | |
Model | Mazda RX-8 | Nissan Quest | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Coupe | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.4 in | 118.1 in | -11.7 in |
Length | 174.3 in | 200.8 in | -26.5 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 77.6 in | -7.9 in |
Height | 52.8 in | 71.5 in | -18.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3045 lb. | 4367 lb. | -1322 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 20.0 gal. | -4.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 42.1 in | -3.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 64.5 in | -9.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 57.3 in | -4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.7 in | 43.8 in | -1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 41.6 in | -4.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 63.2 in | -8.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 48.1 in | 66.0 in | -17.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 36.7 in | -4.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.0 in | -40 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 61.2 in | -61.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 49.6 in | -49.6 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.5 in | -40.5 in |
Total Legroom | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 121 in (over 3 rows) | -46.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 7.6 ft3 | 35.1 ft3 | -27.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 7.6 | 63.6 ft3 | -56 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 7.6 ft3 | 108.4 ft3 | -100.8 ft3 |
2007 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 |
2012 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 260-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD |
. see full Nissan Quest review |
2011 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 260-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD |
The seats are deeply upholstered and have generous side bolsters. Beneath the deep cushions there seems to be a well-designed form that bodes well for long trips. see full Nissan Quest review |