Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | |
Model | Mazda RX-8 | Volvo S60 | |
Engine | 1.3L R2 OHV-2v 232 hp@8500 159 lb-ft@5500 |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5500 295 lb-ft@1950 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Coupe | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.4 in | 106.9 in | -0.5 in |
Length | 174.3 in | 180.2 in | -5.9 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 71.4 in | -1.7 in |
Height | 52.8 in | 56.2 in | -3.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3045 lb. | 3693 lb. | -648 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 18.0 gal. | -2.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 38.7 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 56.2 in | -1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 49.0 in | 4.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.7 in | 42.6 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.8 in | 37.9 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 55.5 in | -0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 48.1 in | 55.2 in | -7.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 32.2 in | 33.3 in | -1.1 in |
Total Legroom | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 75.9 in (over 2 rows) | -1 in |
Cargo Volume | 7.6 ft3 | 13.9 ft3 | -6.3 ft3 |
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 |
2007 Volvo S60 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 208hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Superior comfort. Excellent support while still soft. see full Volvo S60 review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 177hp 2.0L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
one word? SUPER. one time drove 15 hours, couple of rest stops, futher nothing the mather. see full Volvo S60 review |
2007 Volvo S60 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 208hp 2.5L I5 5-speed automatic FWD |
Not enough rear seat legroom for a car in this class. see full Volvo S60 review |