Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | |
Model | Mazda MX-5 Miata | Mercedes-Benz GL | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 163 hp@6700 140 lb-ft@5000 |
4.7L V8 DOHC-4v 335 hp@6000 339 lb-ft@2700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 91.7 in | 121.1 in | -29.4 in |
Length | 157.3 in | 200.3 in | -43 in |
Width | 67.7 in | 75.6 in | -7.9 in |
Height | 49.0 in | 72.4 in | -23.4 in |
Curb Weight | 2527 lb. | 5249 lb. | -2722 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.7 gal. | 26.0 gal. | -13.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.4 in | 40.1 in | -2.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 58.3 in | -5.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.6 in | 0.0 in | 50.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.1 in | 40.3 in | 2.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 40.6 in | -40.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 58.9 in | -58.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 39.5 in | -39.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.5 in | -38.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.5 in | -50.5 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.0 in | -34 in |
Total Legroom | 43.1 in (over 1 rows) | 113.8 in (over 3 rows) | -70.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 5.3 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 | -9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 5.3 | 43.8 ft3 | -38.5 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 5.3 ft3 | 83.3 ft3 | -78 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 |
2007 Mercedes-Benz GL Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Excellent, usable 3rd row seating see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Roomy and adjustable. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 215hp 3.0L V6 Diesel 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Second row is good. Third row is EXCELLENT. Bigger than some of the monster American SUVs. see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 335-horsepower 4.7L V8 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Large third row seating to accomodate adults in far back row... see full Mercedes-Benz GL review |