Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
Model | Mazda MX-5 Miata | Kia Sorento | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 166 hp@6500 140 lb-ft@5000 |
3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 262 hp@6000 260 lb-ft@4500 |
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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 | 106.7 in | -15 in |
Length | 157.3 in | 180.7 in | -23.4 in |
Width | 67.7 in | 73.3 in | -5.6 in |
Height | 49.0 in | 68.1 in | -19.1 in |
Curb Weight | 2527 lb. | 4098 lb. | -1571 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.7 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -8.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.4 in | 39.7 in | -2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 58.9 in | -5.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.6 in | 55.3 in | -4.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.1 in | 42.6 in | 0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 39.5 in | -39.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 58.4 in | -58.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 58.0 in | -58 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 36.1 in | -36.1 in |
Total Legroom | 43.1 in (over 1 rows) | 78.7 in (over 2 rows) | -35.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 5.3 ft3 | 31.7 ft3 | -26.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 5.3 ft3 | 66.4 ft3 | -61.1 ft3 |
2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Kia Sorento.