Model Year | 2019 | 2006 | |
Model | Toyota RAV4 | Mazda RX-8 | |
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Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Coupe | |
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Wheelbase | 105.9 in | 106.4 in | -0.5 in |
Length | 180.9 in | 174.3 in | 6.6 in |
Width | 73.0 in | 69.7 in | 3.3 in |
Height | 67.0 in | 52.8 in | 14.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3370 lb. | 3045 lb. | 325 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.5 gal. | 15.9 gal. | -1.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.5 in | 38.2 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.8 in | 54.8 in | 3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 53.3 in | 1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 42.7 in | -1.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.5 in | 36.8 in | 2.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.4 in | 54.9 in | 1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 47.7 in | 48.1 in | -0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 32.2 in | 5.6 in |
Total Legroom | 78.8 in (over 2 rows) | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 3.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 37.6 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | 30 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 0.0 | 7.6 ft3 | -7.6 |
2019 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
I initially noted that the well-bolstered driver seat felt "ok." But after a few hours in it my rear started to feel sore. To be fair, I haven't had enough seat time in competitors to state that they fit me better. And even if they do, this could just be me. People come in many different shapes and sizes, have different postures, and so forth. Pity seat designers! The upshot: no one else can tell you how comfortable a seat will be for you. Make the test drive as long as you can before buying. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2019 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2020 | 4dr SUV 176-horsepower 2.5L I4 Hybrid 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Seats are comfortable but the cockpit seems designed to enfold you and while there is plenty of dose it doesn't feel roomy. The console is over large. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2006 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2006 | 4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Rear seats are functional for adults, which is unique for a sports car. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
2005 | 4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Adults my height (5-9) can actually fit in the back seat of the RX-8. And getting in and out is aided by a second set of rear-hinged doors. Other sports cars have no rear seat or a very small one. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
2005 | 4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Unlike most sports cars, the RX-8 has a rear seat that adults can get into (using rear doors) and fit into. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
2006 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Head room is low with sunroof see full Mazda RX-8 review |
2005 | 4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Ok for small women and children. Not really made for full sized male adults see full Mazda RX-8 review |
2005 | 4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
it is POSSIBLE to fit an adult in the back...but really anyone over 10-12 years old will be uncomfortable. see full Mazda RX-8 review |