Model Year | 2007 | 2006 | |
Model | Mazda MX-5 Miata | BMW X5 | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 166 hp@6700 140 lb-ft@5000 |
4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 315 hp@5400 324 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 91.7 in | 111.0 in | -19.3 in |
Length | 157.3 in | 183.7 in | -26.4 in |
Width | 67.7 in | 73.7 in | -6 in |
Height | 49.0 in | 67.5 in | -18.5 in |
Curb Weight | 2441 lb. | 4927 lb. | -2486 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.7 gal. | 24.6 gal. | -11.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.4 in | 39.9 in | -2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 58.0 in | -4.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.6 in | 0.0 in | 50.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.1 in | 39.3 in | 3.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 38.5 in | -38.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 57.2 in | -57.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 35.4 in | -35.4 in |
Total Legroom | 43.1 in (over 1 rows) | 74.7 in (over 2 rows) | -31.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 5.3 ft3 | 23.8 ft3 | -18.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 5.3 ft3 | 54.4 ft3 | -49.1 ft3 |
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 |
2006 BMW X5 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr SUV 315-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
We loved the seating and overall room. This was a favortie car for road trips to the mountains or wherever. see full BMW X5 review |