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2007 Mazda RX-8 and 2012 Toyota Highlander Specifications
| Model Year | 2007 | 2012 | |
| Model | Mazda RX-8 | Toyota Highlander | |
| Engine | 1.3L R2 OHV-2v 212 hp@7500 159 lb-ft@5500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 270 hp@6200 248 lb-ft@4700 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Coupe | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,703 mm | 2,789 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,427 mm | 4,785 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,770 mm | 1,910 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,341 mm | 1,730 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,395 kg | 1,935 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 73 L | -13 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 970 mm | 1,031 mm | 969 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,392 mm | 1,516 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,354 mm | 1,440 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,085 mm | 1,097 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 935 mm | 1,019 mm | 934 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,394 mm | 1,511 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,222 mm | 1,435 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 818 mm | 973 mm | -155 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 922 mm | -922 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,397 mm | -1 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,074 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 742 mm | -742 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,902 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,812 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 215 L | 292 L | -77 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 7.6 | 1,198 L | 6.6 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 7.6 | 2,701 L | 5.6 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Mazda RX-8
| 2007 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
| 2006 | 4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Rear seats are functional for adults, which is unique for a sports car. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Toyota Highlander
| 2012 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Perfect for two car seats. Really neat trick - the middle seat for the 2nd row rolls up into the center console. I did not remove it nor attempt to sit in it but that does make the 3rd row more likely to be used for those with car seats. I did not attempt to sit in the 3rd row (looked at it before folding into the floor for cargo space for the entire trip) so cannot opine on it. Use at your own risk. see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I am 6 foot tall, and there is plenty of head and leg room in the driving position. Easy access as well. see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2012 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
3rd row seats are useless to me. Too little room for adults. Should have been an option for families with small children. With 3rd row seating, you lose storage space. see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD |
Third row minimal legroom see full Toyota Highlander review |
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