Model Year | 2023 | 2008 | |
Model | Volkswagen Arteon | Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5350 295 lb-ft@2000 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 166 hp@6700 140 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 7-speed automated manual | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 2dr Convertible | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.9 in | 91.7 in | 20.2 in |
Length | 191.5 in | 157.3 in | 34.2 in |
Width | 73.7 in | 67.7 in | 6 in |
Height | 56.8 in | 49.0 in | 7.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3677 lb. | 2441 lb. | 1236 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.4 gal. | 12.7 gal. | 4.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.7 in | 37.4 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.5 in | 53.2 in | 3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.3 in | 50.6 in | 3.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 43.1 in | -1.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 0.0 in | 37 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.7 in | 0.0 in | 54.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 46.5 in | 0.0 in | 46.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.2 in | 0.0 in | 40.2 in |
Total Legroom | 81.4 in (over 2 rows) | 43.1 in (over 1 rows) | 38.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 27.2 ft3 | 5.3 ft3 | 21.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 56.2 ft3 | 5.3 ft3 | 50.9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Volkswagen Arteon.
2008 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 |