Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Volvo XC90 | Mazda RX-8 | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,860 mm | 2,703 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,798 mm | 4,460 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,897 mm | 1,770 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,783 mm | 1,341 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,061 kg | 1,390 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 80 L | 60 L | 20 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,008 mm | 970 mm | -969 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,481 mm | 1,392 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,407 mm | 1,354 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,041 mm | 1,085 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 975 mm | 935 mm | 40 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,458 mm | 1,394 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,374 mm | 1,222 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 879 mm | 818 mm | 61 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 902 mm | 0 mm | 902 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 765 mm | 0 mm | 765 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,685 mm (over 3 rows) | 1,902 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 249 L | 215 L | 34 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,226 L | 7.6 | -6.6 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,410 L | 7.6 | -5.6 L |
2008 Volvo XC90 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
3rd row very roomy. 2nd row very comfortable. see full Volvo XC90 review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Comfortable. see full Volvo XC90 review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Wife and two car seats fit in back. see full Volvo XC90 review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Comfortable. see full Volvo XC90 review |
2009 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 |
2009 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 |