Model Year | 2023 | 2011 | |
Model | Nissan Maxima | Mazda RX-8 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@6400 261 lb-ft@4400 |
1.3L R2 OHV-2v 232 hp@8500 159 lb-ft@5500 |
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Transmission | 7-speed shiftable CVT | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,776 mm | 2,703 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,897 mm | 4,460 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,859 mm | 1,770 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,435 mm | 1,341 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,611 kg | 1,390 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 68 L | 60 L | 8 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,001 mm | 970 mm | -969 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,440 mm | 1,392 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,377 mm | 1,354 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,143 mm | 1,085 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 932 mm | 935 mm | -3 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,415 mm | 1,394 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,359 mm | 1,222 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 869 mm | 818 mm | 51 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,012 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,902 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 405 L | 215 L | 190 L |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Nissan Maxima.
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 |