Model Year | 2006 | 2010 | |
Model | Mazda MX-5 Miata | Toyota RAV4 | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 170 hp@6500 140 lb-ft@5000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 269 hp@6200 246 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,329 mm | 2,659 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 3,995 mm | 4,600 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,720 mm | 1,816 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,245 mm | 1,684 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,107 kg | 1,669 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 48 L | 60 L | -12 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 950 mm | 1,036 mm | 949 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,351 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,285 mm | 1,367 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,095 mm | 1,062 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,008 mm | -1 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,405 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,331 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0 mm | 973 mm | -973 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 945 mm | -945 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,336 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,100 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 762 mm | -762 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,095 mm (over 1 row) | 2,797 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 150 L | 348 L | -198 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 5.3 | 1,053 L | 4.3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 5.3 | 2,067 L | 3.3 |
2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2005 | 2dr Convertible turbocharged 178hp 1.8L I4 6-speed manual RWD |
There is no backseat, but this is a SPORTS CAR! see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |
2010 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Easy access for us older folk and plenty of room once we get there. see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2010 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
back seat is hard, not much leg room see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 179-horsepower 2.5L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
no lumbar support see full Toyota RAV4 review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 269-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
Harder seats than in the Murano, and now in a good way. The Murano has power lumbar support, letting you melt in the seat as much as you wish. Better lateral support in the Murano as well. see full Toyota RAV4 review |