Hyundai Santa Fe (2023) vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata (2006) Specs

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2023 Hyundai Santa Fe and 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata Specifications

Model Year	2023	2006
Model	Hyundai Santa Fe	Mazda MX-5 Miata
Engine	turbocharged 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 277 hp@6000 311 lb-ft@3500	2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 166 hp@6500 140 lb-ft@5000
Transmission	8-speed automated manual	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	RWD
Body	4dr SUV	2dr Convertible
			Difference
Wheelbase	108.9 in	91.7 in	17.2 in
Length	188.4 in	157.3 in	31.1 in
Width	74.8 in	67.7 in	7.1 in
Height	66.3 in	49.0 in	17.3 in
Curb Weight	3907 lb.	2527 lb.	1380 lb.
Fuel Capacity	18.8 gal.	12.7 gal.	6.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	41.2 in	37.4 in	3.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	59.1 in	53.2 in	5.9 in
Hip Room, Row 1	57.5 in	50.6 in	6.9 in
Legroom, Row 1	40.2 in	43.1 in	-2.9 in
Headroom, Row 2	39.0 in	0.0 in	39 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	58.3 in	0.0 in	58.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2	56.3 in	0.0 in	56.3 in
Legroom, Row 2	41.7 in	0.0 in	41.7 in
Total Legroom	81.9 in (over 2 rows)	43.1 in (over 1 rows)	38.8 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	36.4 ft³	5.3 ft³	31.1 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	72.1 ft³	5.3 ft³	66.8 ft³

None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2023 Hyundai Santa Fe.

2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
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
2005	2dr Convertible turbocharged 178hp 1.8L I4 6-speed manual RWD	There is no backseat, but this is a SPORTS CAR! see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review

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