Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | |
Model | Mazda MX-5 Miata | Subaru Legacy | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 166 hp@6700 140 lb-ft@5000 |
turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 243 hp@6000 241 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 91.7 in | 105.1 in | -13.4 in |
Length | 157.3 in | 186.2 in | -28.9 in |
Width | 67.7 in | 68.1 in | -0.4 in |
Height | 49.0 in | 56.1 in | -7.1 in |
Curb Weight | 2441 lb. | 3435 lb. | -994 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.7 gal. | 16.9 gal. | -4.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.4 in | 39.5 in | -2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 54.4 in | -1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.6 in | 51.0 in | -0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.1 in | 44.1 in | -1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 36.5 in | -36.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 53.7 in | -53.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 52.6 in | -52.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 33.9 in | -33.9 in |
Total Legroom | 43.1 in (over 1 rows) | 78 in (over 2 rows) | -34.9 in |
Cargo Volume | 5.3 ft3 | 11.4 ft3 | -6.1 ft3 |
2007 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 |
2006 | 2dr Convertible 170-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual RWD |
Taller drivers will fit, but you have to get the seat JUST right. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |
2007 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Well proportioned for american drivers see full Subaru Legacy review |
2007 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The headrests are leaned too far forward, pushing my head forward. Could not get a comfortable seating position. I had a headache and my neck hurt after about 10 minutes. It was even worse in the passenger seat. see full Subaru Legacy review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
not spacious, only can seat four mid size see full Subaru Legacy review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Many passengers have complained about the lack of leg room in the front passenger well. see full Subaru Legacy review |