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Model Year | 2016 | 2011 | |
Model | Volvo S80 | Mazda RX-8 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@5600 258 lb-ft@1500 |
1.3L R2 OHV-2v 212 hp@7500 159 lb-ft@5500 |
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Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.6 in | 106.4 in | 5.2 in |
Length | 191.0 in | 175.6 in | 15.4 in |
Width | 73.3 in | 69.7 in | 3.6 in |
Height | 58.8 in | 52.8 in | 6 in |
Curb Weight | 3545 lb. | 3094 lb. | 451 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 | 57.4 in | 54.8 in | 2.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 53.3 in | 1.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 42.7 in | -0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.3 in | 36.8 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 54.9 in | 1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 48.1 in | 6.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.0 in | 32.2 in | 2.8 in |
Total Legroom | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 2 in |
Cargo Volume | 14.9 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | 7.3 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Volvo S80.
2011 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 |