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2008 Mazda RX-8 and 2009 Nissan Versa Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
| Model | Mazda RX-8 | Nissan Versa | |
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| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.4 in | 102.4 in | 4 in |
| Length | 174.3 in | 176.0 in | -1.7 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 66.7 in | 3 in |
| Height | 52.8 in | 60.4 in | -7.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3045 lb. | 2720 lb. | 325 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 2.7 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 40.6 in | -2.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 53.5 in | 1.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 48.8 in | 4.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.7 in | 41.4 in | 1.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 37.9 in | -1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 50.7 in | 4.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 48.1 in | 47.2 in | 0.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 38.0 in | -5.8 in |
| Total Legroom | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 79.4 in (over 2 rows) | -4.5 in |
| Cargo Volume | 7.6 ft3 | 13.8 ft3 | -6.2 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 Versa
| 2009 Nissan Versa Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Hatch 122-horsepower 1.8L I4 CVT FWD |
No back ache.. see full Nissan Versa review |
| 2009 | 4dr Hatch 122-horsepower 1.8L I4 CVT FWD |
Good comfortable seats using quality materials. see full Nissan Versa review |
| 2009 | 4dr Hatch 122-horsepower 1.8L I4 CVT FWD |
Plenty of room for 4 tall adults see full Nissan Versa review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 122-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
HUGE rear seat leg room for kids see full Nissan Versa review |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch 122-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
I had an old large dog who loved car rides, and this car was lower to the ground to allow her easier access, and the backseat was very comfortable and spacious for her. Human guests also appreciated the more spacious rear seat room and comfort, though for the past year or 2 I have completely removed the rear seats in favor of even more cargo room (and the excuse not to transport people). see full Nissan Versa review |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch 122-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The seats are very comfortable. Made of squishy dense foam: not too hard but still supportive enough. I have reclined and slept in the front passenger seat overnight several times. see full Nissan Versa review |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch 122-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Lots of legroom and headroom. see full Nissan Versa review |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch 122-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Lots of legroom and headroom. see full Nissan Versa review |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch 122-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
I love how the Tiida/Versa has more rear leg room in it than the maxima does. a male of my build can sit in the back seat comfortably with the passenger seat pushed all the way back see full Nissan Versa review |
| 2008 | 4dr Hatch 122-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
large enough for actual adult to sit in see full Nissan Versa review |
| 2009 Nissan Versa Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Hatch 122-horsepower 1.8L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The front seats lumbar support are uncomfortable. The back seats are a lot better, they feel really comfortable to sit or take a nap in. see full Nissan Versa review |
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