Model Year | 2007 | 2009 | |
Model | Mazda MX-5 Miata | Lexus GX | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 163 hp@6700 140 lb-ft@5000 |
4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 263 hp@5400 323 lb-ft@3400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 91.7 in | 109.8 in | -18.1 in |
Length | 157.3 in | 188.2 in | -30.9 in |
Width | 67.7 in | 74.0 in | -6.3 in |
Height | 49.0 in | 74.6 in | -25.6 in |
Curb Weight | 2527 lb. | 4871 lb. | -2344 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.7 gal. | 23.0 gal. | -10.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.4 in | 40.2 in | -2.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 57.5 in | -4.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.6 in | 55.1 in | -4.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.1 in | 41.8 in | 1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 40.0 in | -40 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 57.4 in | -57.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 54.8 in | -54.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 36.8 in | -36.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.5 in | -36.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 56.7 in | -56.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 56.4 in | -56.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 24.9 in | -24.9 in |
Total Legroom | 43.1 in (over 1 rows) | 103.5 in (over 3 rows) | -60.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 5.3 ft3 | 13.2 ft3 | -7.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 5.3 | 49.7 ft3 | -44.4 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 5.3 ft3 | 77.5 ft3 | -72.2 ft3 |
2007 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 |
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 |
2009 Lexus GX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 263-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed automatic AWD w/low range |
Could use a couple of inches more leg room in the front, and we're only six feet tall. see full Lexus GX review |