Model Year | 2015 | 2007 | |
Model | BMW 2-Series | Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@5000 255 lb-ft@1450 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 166 hp@6700 140 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.9 in | 91.7 in | 14.2 in |
Length | 174.9 in | 157.3 in | 17.6 in |
Width | 69.4 in | 67.7 in | 1.7 in |
Height | 55.6 in | 49.0 in | 6.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3585 lb. | 2441 lb. | 1144 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.7 gal. | 12.7 gal. | 1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.5 in | 37.4 in | 3.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 54.4 in | 53.2 in | 1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 50.6 in | -50.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.5 in | 43.1 in | -1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 0.0 in | 37 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 42.2 in | 0.0 in | 42.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 31.8 in | 0.0 in | 31.8 in |
Total Legroom | 73.3 in (over 2 rows) | 43.1 in (over 1 rows) | 30.2 in |
Cargo Volume | 11.8 ft3 | 5.3 ft3 | 6.5 ft3 |
2015 BMW 2-Series Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 2dr Coupe turbocharged 320hp 3.0L I6 8-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The driving position feels natural. Buttons and dials are easily accessible, and everything's adjustable if you need to. After a few-hour drive down highway 1, I noticed that my back didn't hurt like it does on most other cars. The seats aren't that soft to the touch, and are quite supportive in cornering, but they are very well-sculpted. Who knew a congenital back defect could be so useful in car evaluation? see full BMW 2-Series review |
2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 2dr Convertible 158-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
No rear seat. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |
2007 | 2dr Convertible 166-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual RWD |
It's OK for the driver, but there's not much room for the feet of the passenger. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |
2006 | 2dr Convertible 170-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual RWD |
Taller drivers will fit, but you have to get the seat JUST right. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |