Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
Model | Mazda MX-5 Miata | Lexus RX | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6700 140 lb-ft@5000 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 223 hp@5600 238 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 91.7 in | 106.9 in | -15.2 in |
Length | 157.3 in | 186.2 in | -28.9 in |
Width | 67.7 in | 72.6 in | -4.9 in |
Height | 49.0 in | 66.1 in | -17.1 in |
Curb Weight | 2527 lb. | 4065 lb. | -1538 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 | 57.9 in | -4.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.6 in | 55.6 in | -5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.1 in | 42.5 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 38.6 in | -38.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 57.1 in | -57.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 55.1 in | -55.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 36.4 in | -36.4 in |
Total Legroom | 43.1 in (over 1 rows) | 78.9 in (over 2 rows) | -35.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 5.3 ft3 | 38.3 ft3 | -33 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 5.3 ft3 | 84.7 ft3 | -79.4 ft3 |
2008 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2006 Lexus RX.