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Mazda MX-5 Miata (2009) vs. Nissan 350Z (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2008 Nissan 350Z specs.

2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2008 Nissan 350Z Specifications

Model Year 2009 2008  
Model Mazda MX-5 Miata Nissan 350Z  
Engine 2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
167 hp@7000
140 lb-ft@5000
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
306 hp@6800
268 lb-ft@4800
 
Transmission 5-speed manual 5-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain RWD RWD  
Body 2dr Convertible 2dr Convertible  
      Difference
Wheelbase 91.7 in 104.3 in -12.6 in
Length 157.3 in 169.8 in -12.5 in
Width 67.7 in 71.5 in -3.8 in
Height 49.0 in 52.5 in -3.5 in
Curb Weight 2441 lb. 3585 lb. -1144 lb.
Fuel Capacity 12.7 gal. 20.0 gal. -7.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 37.4 in 39.2 in -1.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 53.2 in 53.6 in -0.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1 50.6 in 53.2 in -2.6 in
Legroom, Row 1 43.1 in 42.6 in 0.5 in
Total Legroom 43.1 in (over 1 rows) 42.6 in (over 1 rows) 0.5 in
Cargo Volume 5.3 ft3 4.1 ft3 1.2 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 2008 Nissan 350Z

2008 Nissan 350Z Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 2dr Hatch 306-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
lots of room in front seats see full Nissan 350Z review
2008 Nissan 350Z Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 2dr Hatch 332-horsepower 3.7L V6
7-speed shiftable automatic RWD
It was a two seater, and I enjoy driving with people around. see full Nissan 350Z review
2008 2dr Hatch 306-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
very cramped, not designed for very long rides. Not for tall people. see full Nissan 350Z review
2007 2dr Hatch 306-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
NO rear seat, limited hatch space see full Nissan 350Z review
2007 2dr Hatch 306-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed manual RWD
There was no rear seat. see full Nissan 350Z review
2007 2dr Hatch 306-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic RWD
There are no rear seats in this vehicle. Was considering a 2 seater, but wife was not impressed so obtaining approval from that quarter would have been difficult. see full Nissan 350Z review
 
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