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Mazda MX-5 Miata (2006) vs. Mazda Mazda6 (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2012 Mazda Mazda6 specs.

2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2012 Mazda Mazda6 Specifications

Model Year 2006 2012  
Model Mazda MX-5 Miata Mazda Mazda6  
Engine 2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
127 kW@6500
190 Nm@5000
3.7L V6
DOHC-4v
203 kW@6250
365 Nm@4250
 
Transmission 5-speed manual 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain RWD FWD  
Body 2dr Convertible 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,329 mm 2,789 mm 0 mm
Length 3,995 mm 4,920 mm -1 mm
Width 1,720 mm 1,839 mm 0 mm
Height 1,245 mm 1,471 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,107 kg 1,609 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 48 L 70 L -22 L
Headroom, Row 1 950 mm 1,001 mm 949 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,351 mm 1,455 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,285 mm 1,400 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,095 mm 1,080 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 0 mm 947 mm -947 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 0 mm 1,435 mm -1 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 0 mm 1,420 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 2 0 mm 965 mm -965 mm
Total Legroom 1,095 mm (over 1 row) 2,045 mm (over 2 rows) -1 mm
Cargo Volume 150 L 470 L -320 L

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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 2012 Mazda Mazda6

2012 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed manual FWD
I am six feet tall with a long torso and legs, so I usually have the seat pretty far back. With the front seat in a comfortable position, the rear seats have plenty of leg and head room for adults, even more so for my kids. see full Mazda Mazda6 review
 
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