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Mazda MX-5 Miata (2006) vs. Lexus GS (2006) Specs

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

2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2006 Lexus GS Specifications

Model Year 2006 2006  
Model Mazda MX-5 Miata Lexus GS  
Engine 2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
170 hp@6500
140 lb-ft@5000
4.3L V8
DOHC-4v
300 hp@5600
325 lb-ft@3400
 
Transmission 5-speed manual 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain RWD RWD  
Body 2dr Convertible 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 91.7 in 112.2 in -20.5 in
Length 157.3 in 190.0 in -32.7 in
Width 67.7 in 71.7 in -4 in
Height 49.0 in 56.1 in -7.1 in
Curb Weight 2441 lb. 3916 lb. -1475 lb.
Fuel Capacity 12.7 gal. 18.8 gal. -6.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 37.4 in 37.8 in -0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 53.2 in 56.3 in -3.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1 50.6 in 54.4 in -3.8 in
Legroom, Row 1 43.1 in 43.5 in -0.4 in
Headroom, Row 2 0.0 in 37.0 in -37 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 0.0 in 55.1 in -55.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 51.4 in -51.4 in
Legroom, Row 2 0.0 in 36.4 in -36.4 in
Total Legroom 43.1 in (over 1 rows) 79.9 in (over 2 rows) -36.8 in
Cargo Volume 5.3 ft3 12.7 ft3 -7.4 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 2006 Lexus GS

2006 Lexus GS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2006 4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Very good front seats with excellent back and head/neck spport for those of us who are spinally challengged. see full Lexus GS review
2006 Lexus GS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2006 4dr Sedan 300-horsepower 4.3L V8
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
comfortable but tight see full Lexus GS review
 
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