Model Year | 2007 | 2011 | |
Model | Mazda MX-5 Miata | Toyota Highlander | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 122 kW@6700 190 Nm@5000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 201 kW@6200 336 Nm@4700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,329 mm | 2,789 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 3,995 mm | 4,785 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,720 mm | 1,910 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,245 mm | 1,730 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,146 kg | 1,935 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 48 L | 73 L | -25 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 950 mm | 1,031 mm | 949 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,351 mm | 1,516 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,285 mm | 1,440 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,095 mm | 1,097 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,019 mm | -1 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,511 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,435 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0 mm | 973 mm | -973 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 922 mm | -922 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,397 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,074 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 742 mm | -742 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,095 mm (over 1 row) | 2,812 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 150 L | 292 L | -142 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 5.3 | 1,198 L | 4.3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 5.3 | 2,701 L | 3.3 |
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 |
2011 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I am 6 foot tall, and there is plenty of head and leg room in the driving position. Easy access as well. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 187-horsepower 2.7L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lots of room in the second row, including seats that recline and move back & forth. Having the third row as an option for occasional use was really the deciding factor. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2011 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
3rd row seats are useless to me. Too little room for adults. Should have been an option for families with small children. With 3rd row seating, you lose storage space. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD |
Third row minimal legroom see full Toyota Highlander review |