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Kia Rio (2015) vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata (2007) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2015 Kia Rio and 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata specs.

2015 Kia Rio and 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata Specifications

Model Year 2015 2007  
Model Kia Rio Mazda MX-5 Miata  
Engine 1.6L I4
DOHC-4v
138 hp@6300
123 lb-ft@4850
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
163 hp@6700
140 lb-ft@5000
 
Transmission 6-speed manual 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD RWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 2dr Convertible  
      Difference
Wheelbase 101.2 in 91.7 in 9.5 in
Length 171.9 in 157.3 in 14.6 in
Width 67.7 in 67.7 in 0 in
Height 57.3 in 49.0 in 8.3 in
Curb Weight 2403 lb. 2527 lb. -124 lb.
Fuel Capacity 11.4 gal. 12.7 gal. -1.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.0 in 37.4 in 2.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 53.1 in 53.2 in -0.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1 52.1 in 50.6 in 1.5 in
Legroom, Row 1 43.8 in 43.1 in 0.7 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.6 in 0.0 in 37.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 52.1 in 0.0 in 52.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2 51.2 in 0.0 in 51.2 in
Legroom, Row 2 31.1 in 0.0 in 31.1 in
Total Legroom 74.9 in (over 2 rows) 43.1 in (over 1 rows) 31.8 in
Cargo Volume 13.7 ft3 5.3 ft3 8.4 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 Kia Rio

2015 Kia Rio Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2016 4dr Sedan 138-horsepower 1.6L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
I did manage to get four people in the car but it was tight and the two in the back seat were not big adults (under 5'8"). We had to adjust the front passenger seat up a bit to make more room for the person behind. see full Kia Rio 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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