Honda Civic (2015) vs. Mini Hardtop (2007) Specs

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2015 Honda Civic and 2007 Mini Hardtop Specifications

Model Year	2015	2007
Model	Honda Civic	Mini Hardtop
Engine	2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 205 hp@7000 174 lb-ft@4400	turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 172 hp@5500 192 lb-ft@1700
Transmission	6-speed manual	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	2dr Coupe	2dr Hatch
			Difference
Wheelbase	103.2 in	97.1 in	6.1 in
Length	177.9 in	145.6 in	32.3 in
Width	69.0 in	66.3 in	2.7 in
Height	55.0 in	55.4 in	-0.4 in
Curb Weight	3002 lb.	2712 lb.	290 lb.
Fuel Capacity	13.2 gal.	11.0 gal.	2.2 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.1 in	38.8 in	-0.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	55.1 in	50.3 in	4.8 in
Hip Room, Row 1	53.2 in	0.0 in	53.2 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.2 in	41.4 in	0.8 in
Headroom, Row 2	34.3 in	37.6 in	-3.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	52.2 in	44.7 in	7.5 in
Hip Room, Row 2	49.0 in	0.0 in	49 in
Legroom, Row 2	30.8 in	29.9 in	0.9 in
Total Legroom	73 in (over 2 rows)	71.3 in (over 2 rows)	1.7 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	11.7 ft³	5.7 ft³	6 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	11.7 ft³	24.0 ft³	-12.3 ft³

2015 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2016	From the driver seat the new Honda Civic feels especially roomy. Appearances aren't deceiving: the car has an inch or two more front shoulder room than most other small sedans, and about as much as you'll find in some midsize sedans. On paper the Mazda3 has as much shoulder room, but it feels narrower. Some competitors feel much narrower. In comparison, the new Civic's driving position seems like that of a midsize car. In terms of specs, the Civic's rear seat is also roomier than most others. Owing to a somewhat low cushion and scant toe room beneath the front seats, though, I found it less comfortable than some others. The Elantra isn't among these others. Its rear seat cushion is also too close to the floor to provide thigh support, plus its rear seat back is reclined too much for my taste. Even so, rear headroom is limited. The new Civic's trunk can also hold more than the class average. see full Honda Civic review

2015 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	Unlike in the Hyundai and Mazda, in the new Honda Civic the lumbar bulge cannot be adjusted. I didn't mind the Touring's front seats. Perhaps my spine was unusually flexible the day I drove it. Or perhaps the cloth seats are slightly different. Whatever the reason, for my upright build the Civic EX's lumbar bulge and headrest both jut too far forward. If your body shape differs from mine, your impressions of the seats might as well. But for years I've heard more complaints about Honda's seats than others. Try extensively before you buy. see full Honda Civic review

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2007 Mini Hardtop Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2008	2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	too small for adults see full Mini Hardtop review
2008	2dr Hatch 118-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	The roof line is so low that tall people do not fit. When I tested the car my head was touching the roofliner. see full Mini Hardtop review
2007	2dr Hatch turbocharged 172hp 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Its small, but not as small inside as you might think. see full Mini Hardtop review
2006	2dr Hatch supercharged 168hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD	what room? see full Mini Hardtop review

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