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Mazda MX-5 Miata (2006) vs. Chevrolet Equinox (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2012 Chevrolet Equinox specs.

2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2012 Chevrolet Equinox Specifications

Model Year 2006 2012  
Model Mazda MX-5 Miata Chevrolet Equinox  
Engine 2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
166 hp@6500
140 lb-ft@5000
3.0L V6
DOHC-4v
264 hp@6950
222 lb-ft@5100
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain RWD AWD  
Body 2dr Convertible 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 91.7 in 112.5 in -20.8 in
Length 157.3 in 187.8 in -30.5 in
Width 67.7 in 72.5 in -4.8 in
Height 49.0 in 66.3 in -17.3 in
Curb Weight 2527 lb. 4101 lb. -1574 lb.
Fuel Capacity 12.7 gal. 18.8 gal. -6.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 37.4 in 40.9 in -3.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 53.2 in 55.8 in -2.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1 50.6 in 54.6 in -4 in
Legroom, Row 1 43.1 in 41.2 in 1.9 in
Headroom, Row 2 0.0 in 39.2 in -39.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 0.0 in 55.3 in -55.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 51.1 in -51.1 in
Legroom, Row 2 0.0 in 39.9 in -39.9 in
Total Legroom 43.1 in (over 1 rows) 81.1 in (over 2 rows) -38 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 5.3 ft3 31.5 ft3 -26.2 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 5.3 ft3 63.7 ft3 -58.4 ft3

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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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Chevrolet Equinox

2012 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Just might be enough for a 7 footer. see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2011 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
It gets more comfortable the more I drive and I do take long drives at times see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2011 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
I have two children and they can ride back there comfortablely see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2011 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Rear seat slides 8" forward and back. In the back position, excellent leg room for adults. When slid forward, good rear cargo room. see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2011 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Great - lots of leg room and very adjustable see full Chevrolet Equinox review
2012 Chevrolet Equinox Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr SUV 182-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Front seats are not very supportive, and you sink down into them see full Chevrolet Equinox review
 
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