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2009 Mazda RX-8 and 2008 Nissan Sentra Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
| Model | Mazda RX-8 | Nissan Sentra | |
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| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.4 in | 105.7 in | 0.7 in |
| Length | 175.6 in | 179.8 in | -4.2 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 70.5 in | -0.8 in |
| Height | 52.8 in | 59.5 in | -6.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3064 lb. | 2853 lb. | 211 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 1.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 40.6 in | -2.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 56.9 in | -2.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 54.1 in | -0.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.7 in | 42.4 in | 0.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 37.3 in | -0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 55.1 in | -0.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 48.1 in | 53.0 in | -4.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 34.5 in | -2.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | -2 in |
| Cargo Volume | 7.6 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | -5.5 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Mazda RX-8
| 2009 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 |
| 2009 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Nissan Sentra
| 2008 Nissan Sentra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 CVT FWD |
Very roomy rear seats that fold for access to the trunk. see full Nissan Sentra review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 CVT FWD |
drivers seat very adjustable see full Nissan Sentra review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 CVT FWD |
Have leather, great lumbar support, driven over 10hrs, like nothing. see full Nissan Sentra review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 CVT FWD |
Lumbar support exactly how I like it. Legs dont fall asleep after long drive. Cool cloth and comfortable lateral support and perfect driving position. see full Nissan Sentra review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 177-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
Large for this class of car see full Nissan Sentra review |
| 2008 Nissan Sentra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 CVT FWD |
Seats are hard. Headrest forces your head to bend too far forward. Sculpted seat backs forces your shoulders too far forward from your spine. see full Nissan Sentra review |
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