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2008 Mazda RX-8 and 2010 Toyota Highlander Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2010 | |
| Model | Mazda RX-8 | Toyota Highlander | |
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| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr Coupe | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.4 in | 109.8 in | -3.4 in |
| Length | 174.3 in | 188.4 in | -14.1 in |
| Width | 69.7 in | 75.2 in | -5.5 in |
| Height | 52.8 in | 68.1 in | -15.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3045 lb. | 3847 lb. | -802 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 19.2 gal. | -3.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 40.6 in | -2.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 59.7 in | -4.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 56.7 in | -3.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.7 in | 43.2 in | -0.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 40.1 in | -3.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 59.5 in | -4.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 48.1 in | 56.5 in | -8.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 38.3 in | -6.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.3 in | -36.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 55.0 in | -55 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 42.3 in | -42.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 29.2 in | -29.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | -35.8 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 7.6 ft3 | 10.3 ft3 | -2.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 7.6 | 42.3 ft3 | -34.7 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 7.6 ft3 | 95.4 ft3 | -87.8 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Mazda RX-8
| 2008 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Very comfortable Recaro seats, even on long drives. Larger people may not be comfortable so beware. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
| 2009 | 4dr Coupe 232-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Given the RX-8's compact dimensions, you wouldn't expect rear seat space to be a strength. But thanks to clever packaging and a subtly high roofline, there is actually space for real adults in back, provided those up front are short or move their seats up somewhat. With a pair of pickup-like rear-opening "half" rear doors, ingress and egress for rear seat passengers is a snap. For those who want a sports car but have children or need to transport a few friends occassionally, the RX-8 fits the bill nicely. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Toyota Highlander
| 2010 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 187-horsepower 2.7L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lots of room in the second row, including seats that recline and move back & forth. Having the third row as an option for occasional use was really the deciding factor. see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2010 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD |
Third row minimal legroom see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Only two seats in the 2nd row, very small leg room in the 3rd row. see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
seats were hard and flat. Even top of the line luxury model seats were a big disappointment . . . one of the principal reasons we did not choose this vehicle see full Toyota Highlander review |
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