Model Year | 2012 | 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 |
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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 |
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 Nissan Xterra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |