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Toyota Camry (2008) vs. Mazda RX-8 (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Toyota Camry and 2009 Mazda RX-8 specs.

2008 Toyota Camry and 2009 Mazda RX-8 Specifications

Model Year 2008 2009  
Model Toyota Camry Mazda RX-8  
Engine 3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
268 hp@6200
248 lb-ft@4700
1.3L R2
OHV-2v
232 hp@8500
159 lb-ft@5500
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed manual  
Drivetrain FWD RWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Coupe  
      Difference
Wheelbase 109.3 in 106.4 in 2.9 in
Length 189.2 in 175.6 in 13.6 in
Width 71.1 in 69.7 in 1.4 in
Height 57.9 in 52.8 in 5.1 in
Curb Weight 3461 lb. 3064 lb. 397 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.5 gal. 15.9 gal. 2.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.8 in 38.2 in 0.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.8 in 54.8 in 3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 54.6 in 53.3 in 1.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.7 in 42.7 in -1 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.8 in 36.8 in 1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.9 in 54.9 in 2 in
Hip Room, Row 2 53.9 in 48.1 in 5.8 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.3 in 32.2 in 6.1 in
Total Legroom 80 in (over 2 rows) 74.9 in (over 2 rows) 5.1 in
Cargo Volume 15.0 ft3 7.6 ft3 7.4 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Toyota Camry

2008 Toyota Camry Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan 158-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed automatic FWD
excellent legroom see full Toyota Camry review
2009 4dr Sedan 158-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed automatic FWD
very comfortable on long and short trips see full Toyota Camry review
2008 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
more comfortable than Accord and Nissan see full Toyota Camry review
2007 4dr Sedan 158-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed automatic FWD
Big and comfy. see full Toyota Camry review
2007 4dr Sedan 158-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed automatic FWD
Big and comfy. see full Toyota Camry review
2007 4dr Sedan 158-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed automatic FWD
Rear seat is large and lots of leg room. Nice feature is the center armrest, which many cars in this price range do not have. see full Toyota Camry review
2007 4dr Sedan 187-horsepower 2.4L I4 Hybrid
CVT FWD
Very big seat area for a big person. Easy to get in and out of. see full Toyota Camry review
2007 4dr Sedan 158-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed automatic FWD
I have arthritis and it is great to have a seat that i can lower and slide way back. Not just great - it was important in the purchase decision. . see full Toyota Camry review
2008 Toyota Camry Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan 158-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed automatic FWD
Just could not get comfortable. see full Toyota Camry review
2008 4dr Sedan 158-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed automatic FWD
Front seat comfort is another subjective measurement. Our experience driving our 06 and 08 Accords has been that we feel little discomfort or back pain during long trips. We did have more such problems with our 05 and 06 rentals, although not severe. see full Toyota Camry review
2007 4dr Sedan 158-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed automatic FWD
These seats seem to have been designed for someone 250 pounds. Wide, flat, and no proper support for your back. While this has a lumbar support for the driver, the poor seat design makes this uncomfortable for long trips. see full Toyota Camry review
2007 4dr Sedan 158-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed automatic FWD
It could not seat three adults, while the Ford could easily seat three large people, and give them limo-like legroom. see full Toyota Camry review
 

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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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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