

Model Year | 2011 | 2006 | |
Model | Mazda RX-8 | Pontiac GTO | |
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Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Coupe | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.4 in | 109.8 in | -3.4 in |
Length | 175.6 in | 189.8 in | -14.2 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 72.5 in | -2.8 in |
Height | 52.8 in | 54.9 in | -2.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3064 lb. | 3725 lb. | -661 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 37.3 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 59.7 in | -4.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 58.0 in | -4.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.7 in | 42.2 in | 0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 37.3 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 51.7 in | 3.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 48.1 in | 50.2 in | -2.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 37.1 in | -4.9 in |
Total Legroom | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | -4.4 in |
Cargo Volume | 7.6 ft3 | 7.0 ft3 | 0.6 ft3 |
2011 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 |
2006 Pontiac GTO Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 2dr Coupe 400-horsepower 6.0L V8 6-speed manual RWD |
The seats are very supportive and I have plenty of room. see full Pontiac GTO review |
2006 | 2dr Coupe 400-horsepower 6.0L V8 6-speed manual RWD |
Great support for the type of vehicle, Full leather seats. see full Pontiac GTO review |
2005 | 2dr Coupe 400-horsepower 6.0L V8 6-speed manual RWD |
The rear seats are just as supportive as the front, spectacular see full Pontiac GTO review |
2006 Pontiac GTO Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 2dr Coupe 400-horsepower 6.0L V8 6-speed manual RWD |
It is literally impossible for a six foot man to get back there. Once in, it is pretty comfortable. see full Pontiac GTO review |
2005 | 2dr Coupe 400-horsepower 6.0L V8 6-speed manual RWD |
Slightly cramped front seat room. Gets uncomfortable after an hour of driving see full Pontiac GTO review |