Model Year | 2008 | 2007 | |
Model | Mazda MX-5 Miata | Acura RL | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 166 hp@6700 140 lb-ft@5000 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 290 hp@6200 256 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 91.7 in | 110.2 in | -18.5 in |
Length | 157.3 in | 193.6 in | -36.3 in |
Width | 67.7 in | 72.2 in | -4.5 in |
Height | 49.0 in | 57.1 in | -8.1 in |
Curb Weight | 2441 lb. | 4012 lb. | -1571 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.7 gal. | 19.4 gal. | -6.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.4 in | 38.5 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 58.5 in | -5.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.6 in | 55.1 in | -4.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.1 in | 42.4 in | 0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 37.2 in | -37.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 56.1 in | -56.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 54.0 in | -54 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 36.3 in | -36.3 in |
Total Legroom | 43.1 in (over 1 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | -35.6 in |
Cargo Volume | 5.3 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | -7.8 ft3 |
2008 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 |
2007 Acura RL Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
A little tight up front especially when compared to the M35 which is very roomy. see full Acura RL review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Again, tight when compared to the M35. see full Acura RL review |