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Kia Optima (2007) vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata (2007) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2007 Kia Optima and 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata specs.

2007 Kia Optima and 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata Specifications

Model Year 2007 2007  
Model Kia Optima Mazda MX-5 Miata  
Engine 2.7L V6
DOHC-4v
185 hp@6000
183 lb-ft@4000
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
163 hp@6700
140 lb-ft@5000
 
Transmission 5-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD RWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 2dr Convertible  
      Difference
Wheelbase 107.1 in 91.7 in 15.4 in
Length 186.4 in 157.3 in 29.1 in
Width 71.1 in 67.7 in 3.4 in
Height 58.3 in 49.0 in 9.3 in
Curb Weight 3287 lb. 2527 lb. 760 lb.
Fuel Capacity 17.0 gal. 12.7 gal. 4.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.8 in 37.4 in 2.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.1 in 53.2 in 3.9 in
Hip Room, Row 1 54.5 in 50.6 in 3.9 in
Legroom, Row 1 43.7 in 43.1 in 0.6 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.0 in 0.0 in 38 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.3 in 0.0 in 56.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 54.7 in 0.0 in 54.7 in
Legroom, Row 2 37.8 in 0.0 in 37.8 in
Total Legroom 81.5 in (over 2 rows) 43.1 in (over 1 rows) 38.4 in
Cargo Volume 14.8 ft3 5.3 ft3 9.5 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Kia Optima

2007 Kia Optima Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Sedan 161-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Spacious enough to allow my 84 year old mother to get in and out without injuring herself! see full Kia Optima review
2007 4dr Sedan 161-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
After driving the Optima for five days straight for 10+ hours per day, other than the occasional stop, on a road trip, not one time did I get a sore back or thighs. see full Kia Optima review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata

2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
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
 
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