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Mazda MX-5 Miata (2009) vs. Nissan Xterra (2007) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2007 Nissan Xterra specs.

2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2007 Nissan Xterra Specifications

Model Year 2009 2007  
Model Mazda MX-5 Miata Nissan Xterra  
Engine 2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
158 hp@6700
140 lb-ft@5000
4.0L V6
DOHC-4v
261 hp@5600
284 lb-ft@4000
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 5-speed automatic  
Drivetrain RWD RWD  
Body 2dr Convertible 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 91.7 in 106.3 in -14.6 in
Length 157.3 in 178.7 in -21.4 in
Width 67.7 in 72.8 in -5.1 in
Height 49.0 in 74.9 in -25.9 in
Curb Weight 2527 lb. 4165 lb. -1638 lb.
Fuel Capacity 12.7 gal. 21.1 gal. -8.4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 37.4 in 39.9 in -2.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 53.2 in 58.3 in -5.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1 50.6 in 55.9 in -5.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 43.1 in 42.4 in 0.7 in
Headroom, Row 2 0.0 in 39.3 in -39.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 0.0 in 58.3 in -58.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 46.1 in -46.1 in
Legroom, Row 2 0.0 in 34.4 in -34.4 in
Total Legroom 43.1 in (over 1 rows) 76.8 in (over 2 rows) -33.7 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 5.3 ft3 35.2 ft3 -29.9 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 5.3 ft3 65.7 ft3 -60.4 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata

2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 2dr Convertible 167-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed manual RWD
Seats fit my butt see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review
2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 2dr Convertible 158-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
No rear seat. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Nissan Xterra

2007 Nissan Xterra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2006 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 4.0L V6
5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range
The seats are supportive without being rigid. I like the easy to clean, removable seating material. see full Nissan Xterra review
2007 Nissan Xterra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2006 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 4.0L V6
6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range
The rear seat on the XTerra is not spacious, but it is sufficient for shorter adults, kids, and pets. At 6'4", I'm cramped and the narrow door opening doesn't help with access. Still, it's far less clastrophobic than the FJ Cruiser. see full Nissan Xterra review
 
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