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Mazda MX-5 Miata (2017) vs. Subaru Forester (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2008 Subaru Forester specs.

2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2008 Subaru Forester Specifications

Model Year 2017 2008  
Model Mazda MX-5 Miata Subaru Forester  
Engine 2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
155 hp@6000
148 lb-ft@4600
turbocharged
2.5L H4
DOHC-4v
224 hp@5600
226 lb-ft@3600
 
Transmission 6-speed manual 4-speed automatic  
Drivetrain RWD AWD  
Body 2dr Coupe 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 90.9 in 99.4 in -8.5 in
Length 154.1 in 176.6 in -22.5 in
Width 68.3 in 68.3 in 0 in
Height 49.0 in 65.0 in -16 in
Curb Weight 2445 lb. 3350 lb. -905 lb.
Fuel Capacity 11.9 gal. 15.9 gal. -4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 36.8 in 39.8 in -3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 52.2 in 53.5 in -1.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 52.0 in 51.6 in 0.4 in
Legroom, Row 1 43.1 in 43.6 in -0.5 in
Headroom, Row 2 0.0 in 39.7 in -39.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 0.0 in 53.6 in -53.6 in
Hip Room, Row 2 0.0 in 51.6 in -51.6 in
Legroom, Row 2 0.0 in 33.7 in -33.7 in
Total Legroom 43.1 in (over 1 rows) 77.3 in (over 2 rows) -34.2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 4.5 ft3 32.0 ft3 -27.5 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 4.5 ft3 57.7 ft3 -53.2 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata

2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
The most obvious reason not to buy any Mazda MX-5 Miata? The thing that kept me from buying one: no back seat. The MINI Roadster also had not back seat, while the MINI Convertible and Scion FR-S have vestigial perches on which only my smallest child might sit semi-comfortably. In contrast, I can fit all three of my teenagers into my Mazda RX-8. But if my wife also wants to come along, we have to take our other car. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review
 

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2008 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
ample rear seat room for car seats and adults alike see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
Pleanty of room for long legs in the rear seat. see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
Rear seat has plenty of leg room, and the roof is high for tall drivers. see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Rear seats are very comfortable, lots of space, excellent for wife and kid. see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Easily fits people over 6 foot in fron with plenty of room in back for passengers - much better than previous generation Forester. see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
Big enough for growing children; enough leg room for tall driver see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
It fits my kids (three) better than 2001 Outback, the rear seat "hump" is less proeminent than in other Subaru models (Outback namely), good hip and shoulder room see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Lost of room for the kids. see full Subaru Forester review
2009 4dr SUV turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
well padded and shaped, power seat controls allows good positioning. see full Subaru Forester review
2007 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed automatic AWD
easy to find comfortable position; no problems driving over an hour or more; good upright position see full Subaru Forester review
2008 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Great for an average women. Too narrow for fit 6 foot man, especially in the back cushion. see full Subaru Forester review
2007 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed automatic AWD
No thigh or lumbar support, seats hrad, minimal leg room for front passenger see full Subaru Forester review
2007 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed automatic AWD
Not acceptable for an adult in any of the three rear seating positions see full Subaru Forester review
2007 4dr SUV turbocharged 224hp 2.5L H4
5-speed manual AWD
Front driver leg room is a little cramped from side to side. see full Subaru Forester review
 
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