Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Saturn Outlook | Mazda RX-8 | |
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Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 118.9 in | 106.4 in | 12.5 in |
Length | 200.7 in | 175.6 in | 25.1 in |
Width | 78.2 in | 69.7 in | 8.5 in |
Height | 72.8 in | 52.8 in | 20 in |
Curb Weight | 4722 lb. | 3064 lb. | 1658 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.0 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 6.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 38.2 in | 2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.9 in | 54.8 in | 7.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.8 in | 53.3 in | 4.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 42.7 in | -1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 36.8 in | 2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.1 in | 54.9 in | 6.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.9 in | 48.1 in | 9.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 32.2 in | 4.7 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.4 in | 0.0 in | 38.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 57.8 in | 0.0 in | 57.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 48.3 in | 0.0 in | 48.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 33.2 in | 0.0 in | 33.2 in |
Total Legroom | 111.4 in (over 3 rows) | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 36.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.7 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | 12.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 68.9 ft3 | 7.6 | 61.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 117.0 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | 109.4 ft3 |
2008 Saturn Outlook Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Has more interior room than the Honda Pilot. Perfect for our 3 kids and friends. Plently of room for their hockey,soccer, tennis gear. Perfect for our spur of the moment camping trips. Tent and all fits! Also handles grocery day with ease! We love it see full Saturn Outlook review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
6' tall, lots of leg room in driver seat see full Saturn Outlook review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The best leg room ! The seats adjust have great cushioning see full Saturn Outlook review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Only vehicle capable of comfortably carrying 6-8 senior adults without orthopedic post-trip support. By far the best combination of interior, features, capacity, and ride characteristics for rear [2nd and 3rd]seat passengers and cargo area. see full Saturn Outlook review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Seat is very comfortable with excellent support and firmness. Good driving position. see full Saturn Outlook review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Adults could fit comfortably in third row. In addition, there is usable storage behind the third row. Second row captains chairs enable easy access to third row. see full Saturn Outlook review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
All seven adult passengers can sit comfortably. see full Saturn Outlook review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
ok, the first weekend i got it, i had to drive 9 kids to portland for orchestra consert, mass storage see full Saturn Outlook review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
We were looking for a vehicle that had third row seating, with bucket seats in the second row. There is plenty of leg room in the third row even for adults. The middle bucket seats are comfortable and adjust for leg room. see full Saturn Outlook review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Adults can sit back there in relative comfort compared to the competition. Good head and leg room with all the seats. see full Saturn Outlook review |
2008 Saturn Outlook Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Other than the drivers seat track having to be replaced, it was comfy. see full Saturn Outlook review |
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 |