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Mazda MX-5 Miata (2012) vs. Mazda RX-8 (2007) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2007 Mazda RX-8 specs.

2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2007 Mazda RX-8 Specifications

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
 
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

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata

2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata

2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 2dr Convertible 167-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed manual RWD
not for a large peron see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Mazda RX-8

2007 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 
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