Model Year | 2011 | 2012 | |
Model | Mazda RX-8 | Toyota 4Runner | |
Engine | 1.3L R2 OHV-2v 212 hp@7500 159 lb-ft@5500 |
4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@5600 278 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Coupe | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.4 in | 109.8 in | -3.4 in |
Length | 175.6 in | 189.9 in | -14.3 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 75.8 in | -6.1 in |
Height | 52.8 in | 71.5 in | -18.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3094 lb. | 4400 lb. | -1306 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 24.0 gal. | -8.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 39.3 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 57.8 in | -3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 56.5 in | -3.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.7 in | 41.7 in | 1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 38.6 in | -1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 57.8 in | -2.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 48.1 in | 55.7 in | -7.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 32.9 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.3 in | -34.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 57.7 in | -57.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 43.3 in | -43.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 29.3 in | -29.3 in |
Total Legroom | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 103.9 in (over 3 rows) | -29 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 7.6 ft3 | 9.0 ft3 | -1.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 7.6 | 46.3 ft3 | -38.7 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 7.6 ft3 | 88.8 ft3 | -81.2 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 |
2012 Toyota 4Runner Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Not wide enough for circumferentially challenged bodies. Bottom cushion too narrow, confined bolsters, not long enough under thighs. see full Toyota 4Runner review |