Model Year | 2010 | 2008 | |
Model | Pontiac G6 | Mazda RX-8 | |
Engine | 3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6300 251 lb-ft@3200 |
1.3L R2 OHV-2v 212 hp@7500 159 lb-ft@5500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,852 mm | 2,703 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,803 mm | 4,427 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,788 mm | 1,770 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,433 mm | 1,341 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,589 kg | 1,395 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 62 L | 60 L | 2 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 988 mm | 970 mm | 18 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,377 mm | 1,392 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,336 mm | 1,354 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,085 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 922 mm | 935 mm | -13 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,298 mm | 1,394 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,267 mm | 1,222 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 922 mm | 818 mm | 104 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,994 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,902 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 340 L | 215 L | 125 L |
2010 Pontiac G6 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 219-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Extremely uncomfortable driver seat. This was the base model with cloth manual seats. They are too hard . see full Pontiac G6 review |
2008 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 |
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 |