Model Year | 2011 | 2008 | |
Model | Mazda RX-8 | Subaru Tribeca | |
Engine | 1.3L R2 OHV-2v 212 hp@7500 159 lb-ft@5500 |
3.6L H6 DOHC-4v 256 hp@6000 247 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Coupe | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.4 in | 108.2 in | -1.8 in |
Length | 175.6 in | 191.5 in | -15.9 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 73.9 in | -4.2 in |
Height | 52.8 in | 66.4 in | -13.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3094 lb. | 4140 lb. | -1046 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 16.9 gal. | -1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 38.9 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 58.1 in | -3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 54.0 in | -0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.7 in | 42.3 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 38.2 in | -1.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 57.5 in | -2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 48.1 in | 54.6 in | -6.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 34.3 in | -2.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.2 in | -36.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 51.3 in | -51.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 43.3 in | -43.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 30.9 in | -30.9 in |
Total Legroom | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 107.5 in (over 3 rows) | -32.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 7.6 ft3 | 8.3 ft3 | -0.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 7.6 | 37.6 ft3 | -30 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 7.6 ft3 | 74.4 ft3 | -66.8 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 |
2008 Subaru Tribeca Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 256-horsepower 3.6L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
lots of legroom with adjustable rear seat. see full Subaru Tribeca review |
2008 Subaru Tribeca Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.0L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Not enough head room see full Subaru Tribeca review |