Model Year | 2012 | 2007 | |
Model | Mazda MX-5 Miata | Mazda RX-8 | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 167 hp@7000 140 lb-ft@5000 |
1.3L R2 OHV-2v 212 hp@7500 159 lb-ft@5500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 91.7 in | 106.4 in | -14.7 in |
Length | 157.3 in | 174.3 in | -17 in |
Width | 67.7 in | 69.7 in | -2 in |
Height | 49.0 in | 52.8 in | -3.8 in |
Curb Weight | 2441 lb. | 3075 lb. | -634 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.7 gal. | 15.9 gal. | -3.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.4 in | 38.2 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 54.8 in | -1.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.6 in | 53.3 in | -2.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.1 in | 42.7 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 36.8 in | -36.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 54.9 in | -54.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 48.1 in | -48.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 32.2 in | -32.2 in |
Total Legroom | 43.1 in (over 1 rows) | 74.9 in (over 2 rows) | -31.8 in |
Cargo Volume | 5.3 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 | -2.3 ft3 |
2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The first con is the obvious one, and a deal killer for many people. While the FR-S has a barely usable rear seat, the MX-5 Miata has none at all. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |
2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 2dr Convertible 167-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual RWD |
not for a large peron see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |
2007 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Coupe 212-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Excellent for long trips. Even though I suffer from spinal stenosis, I did a two-day 1800 mile trip with no troubles and felt great on arrival. Most modern cars have comfortable seats, but these also make me feel like I am part of the car. see full Mazda RX-8 review |
2006 | 4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2 6-speed manual RWD |
Rear seats are functional for adults, which is unique for a sports car. see full Mazda RX-8 review |