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Mazda MX-5 Miata (2013) vs. Nissan Xterra (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2013 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2009 Nissan Xterra specs.

2013 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2009 Nissan Xterra Specifications

Model Year 2013 2009  
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
281 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 2542 lb. 4165 lb. -1623 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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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Mazda MX-5 Miata

2013 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 2013 Mazda MX-5 Miata

2013 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 2009 Nissan Xterra

2009 Nissan Xterra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr SUV 261-horsepower 4.0L V6
6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range
Roomy rear seat with easy access. see full Nissan Xterra review
 
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