Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
Model | Volvo XC90 | Mazda RX-8 | |
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Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 106.4 in | 6.2 in |
Length | 188.9 in | 174.3 in | 14.6 in |
Width | 74.7 in | 69.7 in | 5 in |
Height | 70.2 in | 52.8 in | 17.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4544 lb. | 3045 lb. | 1499 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 5.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.7 in | 38.2 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 54.8 in | 3.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 53.3 in | 2.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 42.7 in | -1.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.4 in | 36.8 in | 1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.4 in | 54.9 in | 2.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 48.1 in | 6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 32.2 in | 2.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.5 in | 0.0 in | 35.5 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 30.1 in | 0.0 in | 30.1 in |
Total Legroom | 105.7 in (over 3 rows) | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | 30.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 8.8 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | 1.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.3 ft3 | 7.6 | 35.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 85.1 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | 77.5 ft3 |
2009 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 |
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 |