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Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban (2009) vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban and 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata specs.

2009 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban and 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata Specifications

Model Year 2009 2012  
Model Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Mazda MX-5 Miata  
Engine 6.0L V8
OHV-2v
366 hp@5500
380 lb-ft@4300
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
167 hp@7000
140 lb-ft@5000
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 5-speed manual  
Drivetrain RWD RWD  
Body 4dr SUV 2dr Convertible  
      Difference
Wheelbase 116.0 in 91.7 in 24.3 in
Length 202.0 in 157.3 in 44.7 in
Width 79.0 in 67.7 in 11.3 in
Height 76.9 in 49.0 in 27.9 in
Curb Weight 5165 lb. 2441 lb. 2724 lb.
Fuel Capacity 26.0 gal. 12.7 gal. 13.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 41.1 in 37.4 in 3.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 65.3 in 53.2 in 12.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1 64.4 in 50.6 in 13.8 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.3 in 43.1 in -1.8 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.2 in 0.0 in 39.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 65.2 in 0.0 in 65.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2 60.6 in 0.0 in 60.6 in
Legroom, Row 2 39.0 in 0.0 in 39 in
Headroom, Row 3 37.9 in 0.0 in 37.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 61.7 in 0.0 in 61.7 in
Hip Room, Row 3 49.1 in 0.0 in 49.1 in
Legroom, Row 3 25.6 in 0.0 in 25.6 in
Total Legroom 105.9 in (over 3 rows) 43.1 in (over 1 rows) 62.8 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 16.9 ft3 5.3 ft3 11.6 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 60.3 ft3 5.3 55 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 108.9 ft3 5.3 ft3 103.6 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban

2009 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr SUV, ext. 320-horsepower 5.3L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range
I drive about a 1000 miles a week. After driving the Suburban for 2 months, my back problems have gone away. Feel fresh after a 3 hour drive see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review
2010 4dr SUV, ext. 320-horsepower 5.3L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range
Family and cargo fit comfortably see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review
2008 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8
4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
HAve LT3 package with heated 10 way leather. Ergonomics and placement of controls are natural and intuitive. see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8
4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
Rear seat leg room cramped. Aparently moved forward to make room for 3rd row seating. 2nd row seats should be adjustable front to back. see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review
 

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata

2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
2012 The first con is the obvious one, and a deal killer for many people. While the FR-S has a barely usable rear seat, the MX-5 Miata has none at all. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata

2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 2dr Convertible 167-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed manual RWD
not for a large peron see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review
 
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