Kia Soul (2020) vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata (2007) Specs

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2020 Kia Soul and 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata Specifications

Model Year	2020	2007
Model	Kia Soul	Mazda MX-5 Miata
Engine	turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500	2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 163 hp@6700 140 lb-ft@5000
Transmission	7-speed automated manual	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	RWD
Body	4dr Hatch	2dr Convertible
			Difference
Wheelbase	102.4 in	91.7 in	10.7 in
Length	165.2 in	157.3 in	7.9 in
Width	70.9 in	67.7 in	3.2 in
Height	63.0 in	49.0 in	14 in
Curb Weight	3036 lb.	2527 lb.	509 lb.
Fuel Capacity	14.3 gal.	12.7 gal.	1.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.4 in	37.4 in	2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	55.5 in	53.2 in	2.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	50.6 in	-50.6 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.1 in	43.1 in	-2 in
Headroom, Row 2	39.5 in	0.0 in	39.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	54.7 in	0.0 in	54.7 in
Legroom, Row 2	38.8 in	0.0 in	38.8 in
Total Legroom	79.9 in (over 2 rows)	43.1 in (over 1 rows)	36.8 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	24.2 ft³	5.3 ft³	18.9 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	62.1 ft³	5.3 ft³	56.8 ft³

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2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
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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