Model Year | 2008 | 2017 | |
Model | Mazda MX-5 Miata | Tesla Model 3 | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6700 140 lb-ft@5000 |
Electric 221 hp 302 lb-ft |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 1-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 91.7 in | 113.2 in | -21.5 in |
Length | 157.3 in | 184.8 in | -27.5 in |
Width | 67.7 in | 72.8 in | -5.1 in |
Height | 49.0 in | 56.8 in | -7.8 in |
Curb Weight | 2527 lb. | 3549 lb. | -1022 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.7 gal. | 0.0 gal. | 12.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.4 in | 39.6 in | -2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 56.3 in | -3.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.6 in | 0.0 in | 50.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.1 in | 42.7 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 37.7 in | -37.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 54.0 in | -54 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 35.2 in | -35.2 in |
Total Legroom | 43.1 in (over 1 rows) | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | -34.8 in |
Cargo Volume | 5.3 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | -9.7 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 |
2017 Tesla Model 3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2018 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower Electric 1-speed automatic RWD |
The 12 way power driver and passenger seats are very comfortable and the side bolstering is just right. The "vegan leather" in the car feels softer than real leather. I don't know how well it will hold up. My Prius has another type of this leather and that driver's seat has held up better than any leather seat I've sat in. see full Tesla Model 3 review |
2017 Tesla Model 3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2018 | 4dr Sedan 258-horsepower Electric 1-speed automatic RWD |
The back seat cushion is too low, which means there is no thigh support and your knees are level with your chest. There is also no foot room, but there is enough leg room. The rest of the backseat is comfortable, but the lack of foot room and low cushion are annoying. see full Tesla Model 3 review |