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Mazda MX-5 Miata (2015) vs. Nissan Maxima (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2015 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2008 Nissan Maxima specs.

2015 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2008 Nissan Maxima Specifications

Model Year 2015 2008  
Model Mazda MX-5 Miata Nissan Maxima  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 2dr Convertible 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 91.7 in 111.2 in -19.5 in
Length 157.3 in 193.5 in -36.2 in
Width 67.7 in 71.7 in -4 in
Height 49.0 in 58.3 in -9.3 in
Curb Weight 2447 lb. 3579 lb. -1132 lb.
Fuel Capacity 12.7 gal. 20.0 gal. -7.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 37.4 in 40.1 in -2.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 53.2 in 57.9 in -4.7 in
Hip Room, Row 1 50.6 in 53.5 in -2.9 in
Legroom, Row 1 43.1 in 43.9 in -0.8 in
Headroom, Row 2 0.0 in 37.3 in -37.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 0.0 in 56.5 in -56.5 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 54.8 in -54.8 in
Legroom, Row 2 0.0 in 36.5 in -36.5 in
Total Legroom 43.1 in (over 1 rows) 80.4 in (over 2 rows) -37.3 in
Cargo Volume 5.3 ft3 15.5 ft3 -10.2 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 Mazda MX-5 Miata

2015 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
The most obvious reason not to buy any Mazda MX-5 Miata? The thing that kept me from buying one: no back seat. The MINI Roadster also had not back seat, while the MINI Convertible and Scion FR-S have vestigial perches on which only my smallest child might sit semi-comfortably. In contrast, I can fit all three of my teenagers into my Mazda RX-8. But if my wife also wants to come along, we have to take our other car. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review
 

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2008 Nissan Maxima Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
Bucket seats hold you in around corners - very supportive. Telescopic steering wheel and power seats ensure you get a great driving position. Both seats and steering wheel are heated. Dual climate control great for passengers. see full Nissan Maxima review
2009 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
It fits everywhere. On a recent trip, I drove all day and was never "seat tired". see full Nissan Maxima review
2009 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
Adjustable everything! Air conditioned driver seat a huge consideration. see full Nissan Maxima review
2008 Nissan Maxima Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
My tall friends hit there heads on the roofline, they are over 6 foot see full Nissan Maxima review
2009 4dr Sedan 290-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable CVT FWD
The rear seat of the 7th gen Maxima is slightly smaller than that of the 6th gen Maxima. Still fairly roomy, but slightly smaller. This is understandable because of the major styling change, and the conversion from 'near luxury family sedan' back to 'near luxury family sedan with a sporty edge' that took place between these generations. see full Nissan Maxima review
 
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