Mitsubishi Outlander (2014) vs. Mazda RX-8 (2009) Specs

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2014 Mitsubishi Outlander and 2009 Mazda RX-8 Specifications

Model Year	2014	2009
Model	Mitsubishi Outlander	Mazda RX-8
Engine
Transmission
Drivetrain
Body	4dr SUV	4dr Coupe
			Difference
Wheelbase	105.1 in	106.4 in	-1.3 in
Length	183.3 in	175.6 in	7.7 in
Width	70.9 in	69.7 in	1.2 in
Height	66.1 in	52.8 in	13.3 in
Curb Weight	3274 lb.	3064 lb.	210 lb.
Fuel Capacity	16.6 gal.	15.9 gal.	0.7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	40.6 in	38.2 in	2.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	56.4 in	54.8 in	1.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1	52.6 in	53.3 in	-0.7 in
Legroom, Row 1	40.9 in	42.7 in	-1.8 in
Headroom, Row 2	38.4 in	36.8 in	1.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	56.0 in	54.9 in	1.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2	51.7 in	48.1 in	3.6 in
Legroom, Row 2	37.3 in	32.2 in	5.1 in
Headroom, Row 3	35.7 in	0.0 in	35.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	50.6 in	0.0 in	50.6 in
Hip Room, Row 3	39.4 in	0.0 in	39.4 in
Legroom, Row 3	28.2 in	0.0 in	28.2 in
Total Legroom	106.4 in (over 3 rows)	74.9 in (over 2 rows)	31.5 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	10.3 ft³	7.6 ft³	2.7 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	34.2 ft³	7.6	26.6 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	63.3 ft³	7.6 ft³	55.7 ft³

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Mitsubishi Outlander

2014 Mitsubishi Outlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	There's a reason three-row crossovers tend to be much larger than this pair. The third-row seat in the Kia Sorento doesn't provide enough headroom for the average adult male. Both comfort and knee room are also in short supply. You might think that a seat couldn't get any tighter than the Sorento's third row. But, based on the official specs, the Outlander has nearly four inches less combined legroom--a huge difference. Even children won't fit in the Mitsubishi's third row unless you slide the second row forward much of the way. The 2014's third row seat is at least a conventional seat. Last year it was little more than a sling. In either vehicle the second row split bench is roomy and comfortable, with enough height off the floor to provide adults with good thigh support. But the rear passengers in the Outlander don't get air vents. Those in the Kia do. see full Mitsubishi Outlander review

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Mazda RX-8

2009 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

2009 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

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