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Kia Optima (2011) vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata (2007) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Kia Optima and 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata specs.

2011 Kia Optima and 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata Specifications

Model Year 2011 2007  
Model Kia Optima Mazda MX-5 Miata  
Engine turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
274 hp@6000
269 lb-ft@1750
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
166 hp@6700
140 lb-ft@5000
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 5-speed manual  
Drivetrain FWD RWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 2dr Convertible  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,794 mm 2,329 mm 0 mm
Length 4,844 mm 3,995 mm 1 mm
Width 1,831 mm 1,720 mm 0 mm
Height 1,455 mm 1,245 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,535 kg 1,107 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 70 L 48 L 22 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,016 mm 950 mm -949 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,453 mm 1,351 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,389 mm 1,285 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,156 mm 1,095 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 955 mm 0 mm 955 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,415 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,384 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 2 881 mm 0 mm 881 mm
Total Legroom 2,037 mm (over 2 rows) 1,095 mm (over 1 row) 1 mm
Cargo Volume 436 L 150 L 286 L

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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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