Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Mazda MX-5 Miata | Dodge Nitro | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6700 140 lb-ft@5000 |
4.0L V6 OHC-4v 260 hp@5200 265 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 91.7 in | 108.8 in | -17.1 in |
Length | 157.3 in | 178.9 in | -21.6 in |
Width | 67.7 in | 73.1 in | -5.4 in |
Height | 49.0 in | 69.9 in | -20.9 in |
Curb Weight | 2527 lb. | 3971 lb. | -1444 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.7 gal. | 19.5 gal. | -6.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.4 in | 40.6 in | -3.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 57.2 in | -4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.6 in | 56.8 in | -6.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.1 in | 40.8 in | 2.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 40.8 in | -40.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 56.4 in | -56.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 47.4 in | -47.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 37.7 in | -37.7 in |
Total Legroom | 43.1 in (over 1 rows) | 78.5 in (over 2 rows) | -35.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 5.3 ft3 | 32.1 ft3 | -26.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 5.3 ft3 | 65.2 ft3 | -59.9 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Dodge Nitro.