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2006 Toyota Highlander and 2008 Mazda RX-8 Specifications
| Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | |
| Model | Toyota Highlander | Mazda RX-8 | |
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| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Coupe | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 106.9 in | 106.4 in | 0.5 in |
| Length | 184.6 in | 174.3 in | 10.3 in |
| Width | 71.9 in | 69.7 in | 2.2 in |
| Height | 67.9 in | 52.8 in | 15.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 3516 lb. | 3045 lb. | 471 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 19.1 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 3.2 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 38.2 in | 1.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.9 in | 54.8 in | 3.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 53.3 in | 1.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 42.7 in | -2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 36.8 in | 3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.0 in | 54.9 in | 2.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 48.1 in | 6.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 32.2 in | 4.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 32.3 in | 0.0 in | 32.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.2 in | 0.0 in | 53.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 39.8 in | 0.0 in | 39.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 30.2 in | 0.0 in | 30.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 107.3 in (over 3 rows) | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 32.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.5 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | 2.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 39.7 ft3 | 7.6 | 32.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.6 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | 73 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Toyota Highlander
| 2006 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Ease of entry and exit and the spacious leg room. see full Toyota Highlander review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Mazda RX-8
| 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 |
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