Model Year | 2011 | 2018 | |
Model | Mazda RX-8 | Subaru Forester | |
Engine | 1.3L R2 OHV-2v 212 hp@7500 159 lb-ft@5500 |
turbocharged 2.0L H4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5600 258 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable CVT | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Coupe | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.4 in | 103.9 in | 2.5 in |
Length | 175.6 in | 180.9 in | -5.3 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 70.7 in | -1 in |
Height | 52.8 in | 66.4 in | -13.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3094 lb. | 3653 lb. | -559 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 41.4 in | -3.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 57.0 in | -2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 53.9 in | -0.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.7 in | 43.0 in | -0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 39.8 in | -3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 56.5 in | -1.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 48.1 in | 53.0 in | -4.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 38.0 in | -5.8 in |
Total Legroom | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 81 in (over 2 rows) | -6.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 7.6 ft3 | 34.4 ft3 | -26.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 7.6 ft3 | 74.7 ft3 | -67.1 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 |
2018 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2017 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 250hp 2.0L H4 8-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
- Terrible front seat support - The cushions are too short - It's not noticeable on a test drive right away. I would not have bought the car! Test drive extensively! - Surfaces where your elbows would lay are too hard - I purchased foam pads to make it feel better. - Tall drivers like myself will struggle with the telescoping wheel's short extension range. - It is hard to get into a fully comfortable driving position. The memory seats in the XT help somewhat by retaining your seat settings if moved. - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this twice - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this THREE times! Subaru are you listening? The front seat cushions are WAY TOO SHORT! see full Subaru Forester review |