Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | |
Model | Acura RL | Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 256 lb-ft@5000 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 166 hp@6700 140 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Convertible | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 91.7 in | 18.5 in |
Length | 193.6 in | 157.3 in | 36.3 in |
Width | 72.2 in | 67.7 in | 4.5 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 49.0 in | 8.1 in |
Curb Weight | 4012 lb. | 2441 lb. | 1571 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.4 gal. | 12.7 gal. | 6.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.5 in | 37.4 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.5 in | 53.2 in | 5.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 50.6 in | 4.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 43.1 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 0.0 in | 37.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 0.0 in | 56.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 0.0 in | 54 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 0.0 in | 36.3 in |
Total Legroom | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | 43.1 in (over 1 rows) | 35.6 in |
Cargo Volume | 13.1 ft3 | 5.3 ft3 | 7.8 ft3 |
2006 Acura RL Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
A little tight up front especially when compared to the M35 which is very roomy. see full Acura RL review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Again, tight when compared to the M35. see full Acura RL review |
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 |