Model Year | 2008 | 2020 | |
Model | Mazda MX-5 Miata | Subaru Ascent | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6700 140 lb-ft@5000 |
turbocharged 2.4L H4 DOHC-4v 260 hp@5600 277 lb-ft@2000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable CVT | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 91.7 in | 113.8 in | -22.1 in |
Length | 157.3 in | 196.8 in | -39.5 in |
Width | 67.7 in | 76.0 in | -8.3 in |
Height | 49.0 in | 71.6 in | -22.6 in |
Curb Weight | 2527 lb. | 4430 lb. | -1903 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.7 gal. | 19.3 gal. | -6.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.4 in | 41.3 in | -3.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 61.1 in | -7.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.6 in | 0.0 in | 50.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.1 in | 42.2 in | 0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 40.0 in | -40 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 60.3 in | -60.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 38.5 in | -38.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.3 in | -36.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 57.2 in | -57.2 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 31.7 in | -31.7 in |
Total Legroom | 43.1 in (over 1 rows) | 112.4 in (over 3 rows) | -69.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 5.3 ft3 | 17.8 ft3 | -12.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 5.3 | 47.5 ft3 | -42.2 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 5.3 ft3 | 86.5 ft3 | -81.2 ft3 |
2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 2dr Convertible 158-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
No rear seat. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |
2007 | 2dr Convertible 166-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual RWD |
It's OK for the driver, but there's not much room for the feet of the passenger. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 Subaru Ascent.