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Mazda MX-5 Miata (2016) vs. Subaru Outback (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2008 Subaru Outback specs.

2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2008 Subaru Outback Specifications

Model Year 2016 2008  
Model Mazda MX-5 Miata Subaru Outback  
Engine 2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
155 hp@6000
148 lb-ft@4600
turbocharged
2.5L H4
DOHC-4v
243 hp@6000
241 lb-ft@3600
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 5-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain RWD AWD  
Body 2dr Convertible 4dr Wagon  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,309 mm 2,670 mm 0 mm
Length 3,914 mm 4,793 mm -1 mm
Width 1,735 mm 1,770 mm 0 mm
Height 1,234 mm 1,605 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,080 kg 1,635 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 45 L 64 L -19 L
Headroom, Row 1 950 mm 1,029 mm 949 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,326 mm 1,382 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,321 mm 1,295 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,095 mm 1,120 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 0 mm 993 mm -993 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 0 mm 1,364 mm -1 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 0 mm 1,336 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 2 0 mm 861 mm -861 mm
Total Legroom 1,095 mm (over 1 row) 1,981 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 130 L 949 L -819 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 4.6 1,875 L 3.6

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata

2016 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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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Subaru Outback

2008 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
A little tight in the left portion of the footwell; small dead pedal. see full Subaru Outback review
2008 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Footroom too short. see full Subaru Outback review
2008 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
not long enough for a 6 foot 2 inch frame but I manage see full Subaru Outback review
2007 4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.5L H4
4-speed shiftable automatic AWD
I was amazed at how small the back seat is in this car. Really no bigger than a compact sedan, eg Civic or Corolla. I can't fit my 3 kids (in car seats) back there, and feel bad when co-workers pile in to go to lunch. Surprisingly small for a vehicle this size, and marketed as a "family car." If you plan to put adults or 3 kids back there regularly, look at the '10 or newer (or at something else -- the rear seat in my co-worker's Accord is far bigger and more comfortable). see full Subaru Outback review
2007 4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L H6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Leg and head room lacking for over 6 footers. see full Subaru Outback review
2007 4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L H6
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Seat back a bit low for 6 footers. see full Subaru Outback review
 
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