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Kia Sorento (2007) vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata (2006) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2007 Kia Sorento and 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata specs.

2007 Kia Sorento and 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata Specifications

Model Year 2007 2006  
Model Kia Sorento Mazda MX-5 Miata  
Engine 3.8L V6
DOHC-4v
262 hp@6000
260 lb-ft@4500
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
166 hp@6500
140 lb-ft@5000
 
Transmission 5-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain RWD RWD  
Body 4dr SUV 2dr Convertible  
      Difference
Wheelbase 106.7 in 91.7 in 15 in
Length 180.7 in 157.3 in 23.4 in
Width 73.3 in 67.7 in 5.6 in
Height 68.1 in 49.0 in 19.1 in
Curb Weight 4083 lb. 2527 lb. 1556 lb.
Fuel Capacity 21.1 gal. 12.7 gal. 8.4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.7 in 37.4 in 2.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 58.9 in 53.2 in 5.7 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.3 in 50.6 in 4.7 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.6 in 43.1 in -0.5 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.5 in 0.0 in 39.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 58.4 in 0.0 in 58.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2 58.0 in 0.0 in 58 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.1 in 0.0 in 36.1 in
Total Legroom 78.7 in (over 2 rows) 43.1 in (over 1 rows) 35.6 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 31.7 ft3 5.3 ft3 26.4 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 66.4 ft3 5.3 ft3 61.1 ft3

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

2007 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.8L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
Plenty of room for my large frame. Seats are comfortable with adjustable lumbar support. see full Kia Sorento 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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