Model Year | 2017 | 2010 | |
Model | Subaru Outback | Mazda RX-8 | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,746 mm | 2,703 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,816 mm | 4,460 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,839 mm | 1,770 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,679 mm | 1,341 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,630 kg | 1,390 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 60 L | 10 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,036 mm | 970 mm | -969 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,476 mm | 1,392 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,410 mm | 1,354 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,090 mm | 1,085 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 988 mm | 935 mm | 53 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,455 mm | 1,394 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,397 mm | 1,222 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 968 mm | 818 mm | 150 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,057 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,902 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 1,005 L | 215 L | -214 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,076 L | 7.6 | -5.6 L |
2017 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2016 | 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
see full Subaru Outback review |
2016 | 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.5L H4 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
see full Subaru Outback review |
2010 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 |
2010 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 |