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Mazda MX-5 Miata (2013) vs. Kia Sorento (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2013 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2012 Kia Sorento specs.

2013 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2012 Kia Sorento Specifications

Model Year 2013 2012  
Model Mazda MX-5 Miata Kia Sorento  
Engine 2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
167 hp@7000
140 lb-ft@5000
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
276 hp@6300
248 lb-ft@5000
 
Transmission 5-speed manual 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain RWD AWD  
Body 2dr Convertible 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 91.7 in 106.3 in -14.6 in
Length 157.3 in 183.9 in -26.6 in
Width 67.7 in 74.2 in -6.5 in
Height 49.0 in 67.3 in -18.3 in
Curb Weight 2447 lb. 3935 lb. -1488 lb.
Fuel Capacity 12.7 gal. 19.8 gal. -7.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 37.4 in 39.2 in -1.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 53.2 in 59.3 in -6.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1 50.6 in 56.3 in -5.7 in
Legroom, Row 1 43.1 in 41.3 in 1.8 in
Headroom, Row 2 0.0 in 39.2 in -39.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 0.0 in 58.7 in -58.7 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 55.9 in -55.9 in
Legroom, Row 2 0.0 in 37.6 in -37.6 in
Headroom, Row 3 0.0 in 36.7 in -36.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0.0 in 53.8 in -53.8 in
Hip Room, Row 3 0.0 in 44.4 in -44.4 in
Legroom, Row 3 0.0 in 31.3 in -31.3 in
Total Legroom 43.1 in (over 1 rows) 110.2 in (over 3 rows) -67.1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 5.3 ft3 9.1 ft3 -3.8 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 5.3 37.0 ft3 -31.7
Cargo Volume, Maximum 5.3 ft3 72.5 ft3 -67.2 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Mazda MX-5 Miata

2013 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
The first con is the obvious one, and a deal killer for many people. While the FR-S has a barely usable rear seat, the MX-5 Miata has none at all. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Mazda MX-5 Miata

2013 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 2dr Convertible 167-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed manual RWD
not for a large peron see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Kia Sorento

2012 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Very comfortable seats up front with tons of leg room. see full Kia Sorento review
2012 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
The Kia Sorento had very good seating positions in the front for a very tall person, I'm almost 6'5" and was able to fit with the sunroof / panaramic roof. You get a feeling of control and confidence. You do loose about 1" or so with the see full Kia Sorento review
2011 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
The third seat was a major factor in our decision process. see full Kia Sorento review
2011 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Need 7 passenger seating and the Sorento has delivered. Used 3rd row quite a few times with children AND adults. No complaints, although 3rd ride was usually no more than one hour. see full Kia Sorento review
2011 4dr SUV 175-horsepower 2.4L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Good size second row seat. Plenty of room for adults and can fit three child car seats. see full Kia Sorento review
2012 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Needs an adjustable second row and a little more cargo room when the third row seat is up. see full Kia Sorento review
2011 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
3rd row is tiny, and you are forced to get it, if you want the V-6 see full Kia Sorento review
 
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