Model Year | 2007 | 2021 | |
Model | Mazda MX-5 Miata | Lexus RX | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 163 hp@6700 140 lb-ft@5000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 295 hp@6300 267 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 91.7 in | 109.8 in | -18.1 in |
Length | 157.3 in | 192.5 in | -35.2 in |
Width | 67.7 in | 74.6 in | -6.9 in |
Height | 49.0 in | 67.7 in | -18.7 in |
Curb Weight | 2527 lb. | 4387 lb. | -1860 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.7 gal. | 19.2 gal. | -6.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.4 in | 39.4 in | -2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 57.8 in | -4.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.6 in | 56.6 in | -6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.1 in | 44.1 in | -1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 39.1 in | -39.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 57.6 in | -57.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 56.1 in | -56.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 38.0 in | -38 in |
Total Legroom | 43.1 in (over 1 rows) | 82.1 in (over 2 rows) | -39 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 5.3 ft3 | 18.4 ft3 | -13.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 5.3 ft3 | 56.3 ft3 | -51 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Lexus RX.