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Kia Sedona (2008) vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata (2006) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Kia Sedona and 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata specs.

2008 Kia Sedona and 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata Specifications

Model Year 2008 2006  
Model Kia Sedona Mazda MX-5 Miata  
Engine 3.8L V6
DOHC-4v
250 hp@6000
253 lb-ft@3500
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
166 hp@6500
140 lb-ft@5000
 
Transmission 5-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD RWD  
Body 4dr Minivan 2dr Convertible  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,891 mm 2,329 mm 0 mm
Length 4,811 mm 3,995 mm 1 mm
Width 1,984 mm 1,720 mm 0 mm
Height 1,760 mm 1,245 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,980 kg 1,146 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 80 L 48 L 32 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,039 mm 950 mm -949 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,605 mm 1,351 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,504 mm 1,285 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,059 mm 1,095 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 1,011 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,659 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,671 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 2 940 mm 0 mm 940 mm
Headroom, Row 3 925 mm 0 mm 925 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 1,453 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 1,252 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 861 mm 0 mm 861 mm
Total Legroom 2,860 mm (over 3 rows) 1,095 mm (over 1 row) 1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 365 L 150 L 215 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 1,750 L 5.3 -4.3 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 3,435 L 5.3 -2.3 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Kia Sedona

2008 Kia Sedona Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Great second row. Not so convinced by third row comfort. see full Kia Sedona review
2007 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Besides price, it was the rear seats/trunk area that sold me. see full Kia Sedona review
2007 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Fits handicapped son. see full Kia Sedona review
2007 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Room and comfort compared to the Sonata see full Kia Sedona review
2008 Kia Sedona Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
The only thing that I would change is the fold down tray that sits between the front seats. (It is removable but I havent done that yey) see full Kia Sedona review
2007 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Very uncomfortable getting to the 3rd row seats see full Kia Sedona review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata

2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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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