Model Year | 2011 | 2011 | |
Model | Mazda RX-8 | Toyota Highlander | |
Engine | 1.3L R2 OHV-2v 158 kW@7500 216 Nm@5500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 201 kW@6200 336 Nm@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 | 4,460 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 | 1,403 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 |
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 |
2011 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 |
2011 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 |