Volkswagen Golf / GTI (2020) vs. Mazda RX-8 (2007) Specs

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2020 Volkswagen Golf / GTI and 2007 Mazda RX-8 Specifications

Model Year	2020	2007
Model	Volkswagen Golf / GTI	Mazda RX-8
Engine	turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 228 hp@4700 258 lb-ft@1500	1.3L R2 OHV-2v 212 hp@7500 159 lb-ft@5500
Transmission	7-speed automated manual	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	RWD
Body	4dr Hatch	4dr Coupe
			Difference
Wheelbase	103.8 in	106.4 in	-2.6 in
Length	167.6 in	174.3 in	-6.7 in
Width	70.8 in	69.7 in	1.1 in
Height	58.2 in	52.8 in	5.4 in
Curb Weight	3256 lb.	3075 lb.	181 lb.
Fuel Capacity	13.2 gal.	15.9 gal.	-2.7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.4 in	38.2 in	0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	55.9 in	54.8 in	1.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	53.3 in	-53.3 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.2 in	42.7 in	-1.5 in
Headroom, Row 2	38.1 in	36.8 in	1.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	53.9 in	54.9 in	-1 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	48.1 in	-48.1 in
Legroom, Row 2	35.6 in	32.2 in	3.4 in
Total Legroom	76.8 in (over 2 rows)	74.9 in (over 2 rows)	1.9 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	17.4 ft³	7.6 ft³	9.8 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	53.7 ft³	7.6 ft³	46.1 ft³

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2007 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

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