Model Year | 2011 | 2013 | |
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 167 hp@7000 140 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Convertible | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.0 in | 91.7 in | 18.3 in |
Length | 190.7 in | 157.3 in | 33.4 in |
Width | 72.1 in | 67.7 in | 4.4 in |
Height | 57.3 in | 49.0 in | 8.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3385 lb. | 2447 lb. | 938 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 12.7 gal. | 5.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 37.4 in | 2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.2 in | 53.2 in | 4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 50.6 in | 4.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 43.1 in | 2.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 0.0 in | 37.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.7 in | 0.0 in | 55.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.5 in | 0.0 in | 54.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.7 in | 0.0 in | 34.7 in |
Total Legroom | 80.2 in (over 2 rows) | 43.1 in (over 1 rows) | 37.1 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.4 ft3 | 5.3 ft3 | 10.1 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Kia Optima.
2013 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
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 |
2013 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 2dr Convertible 167-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual RWD |
not for a large peron see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |