Mini Hardtop (2023) vs. Mazda RX-8 (2007) Specs

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2023 Mini Hardtop and 2007 Mazda RX-8 Specifications

Model Year	2023	2007
Model	Mini Hardtop	Mazda RX-8
Engine	turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 228 hp@5200 236 lb-ft@1250	1.3L R2 OHV-2v 232 hp@8500 159 lb-ft@5500
Transmission	8-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed manual
Drivetrain	FWD	RWD
Body	2dr Hatch	4dr Coupe
			Difference
Wheelbase	98.2 in	106.4 in	-8.2 in
Length	152.2 in	174.3 in	-22.1 in
Width	68.0 in	69.7 in	-1.7 in
Height	55.7 in	52.8 in	2.9 in
Curb Weight	2964 lb.	3045 lb.	-81 lb.
Fuel Capacity	10.6 gal.	15.9 gal.	-5.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	40.3 in	38.2 in	2.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	50.6 in	54.8 in	-4.2 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	53.3 in	-53.3 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.4 in	42.7 in	-1.3 in
Headroom, Row 2	36.9 in	36.8 in	0.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	47.8 in	54.9 in	-7.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	48.1 in	-48.1 in
Legroom, Row 2	30.8 in	32.2 in	-1.4 in
Total Legroom	72.2 in (over 2 rows)	74.9 in (over 2 rows)	-2.7 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	8.7 ft³	7.6 ft³	1.1 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	34.0 ft³	7.6 ft³	26.4 ft³

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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

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