Model Year | 2007 | 2011 | |
Model | Mazda MX-5 Miata | Toyota Venza | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 163 hp@6700 140 lb-ft@5000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6200 246 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 91.7 in | 109.3 in | -17.6 in |
Length | 157.3 in | 189.0 in | -31.7 in |
Width | 67.7 in | 75.0 in | -7.3 in |
Height | 49.0 in | 63.4 in | -14.4 in |
Curb Weight | 2527 lb. | 4045 lb. | -1518 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.7 gal. | 17.7 gal. | -5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.4 in | 39.6 in | -2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 60.0 in | -6.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.6 in | 56.0 in | -5.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.1 in | 40.2 in | 2.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 39.3 in | -39.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 59.0 in | -59 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 56.5 in | -56.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 39.1 in | -39.1 in |
Total Legroom | 43.1 in (over 1 rows) | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | -36.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 5.3 ft3 | 34.4 ft3 | -29.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 5.3 ft3 | 70.1 ft3 | -64.8 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 |
2011 Toyota Venza Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Have had many adult passengers in the rear seats - all have commented without prompting on the ample leg room, comfortable seats, and attractiveness of the panoramic glass roof. see full Toyota Venza review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Room for a family with 2 kids. see full Toyota Venza review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Ergonomics. see full Toyota Venza review |