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Mazda MX-5 Miata (2007) vs. Volkswagen Golf / GTI (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI specs.

2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Specifications

Model Year 2007 2012  
Model Mazda MX-5 Miata Volkswagen Golf / GTI  
Engine 2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
124 kW@6700
190 Nm@5000
turbocharged
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
188 kW@4300
329 Nm@2400
 
Transmission 5-speed manual 6-speed manual  
Drivetrain RWD AWD  
Body 2dr Convertible 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,329 mm 2,578 mm 0 mm
Length 3,995 mm 4,201 mm -1 mm
Width 1,720 mm 1,786 mm 0 mm
Height 1,245 mm 1,481 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,107 kg 1,509 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 48 L 55 L -7 L
Headroom, Row 1 950 mm 998 mm -48 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,351 mm 1,389 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,285 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,095 mm 1,046 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 0 mm 978 mm -978 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 0 mm 1,341 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 2 0 mm 902 mm -902 mm
Total Legroom 1,095 mm (over 1 row) 1,948 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 150 L 425 L -275 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 5.3 1,303 L 4.3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata

2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI

2012 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Four adults can easily and comfortably fit in this car, with plenty of room for luggage. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 2dr Hatch 170-horsepower 2.5L I5
5-speed manual FWD
Seats actually fit your body and have proper bolstering, unlike most other seats in this price range which are more like shelves for oversized American behinds. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
Good leg room and supportive seats. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
Good leg room for a small car. Supportive seats. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 2dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual FWD
I have MS, so comfortable seats are a must. This is the only car that I've been in where I could do a non-stop trip from Michigan to Washington DC in. No fatigue, no stopping for a stretch. It's that good, and VW throws in standard heated seats for the GTI. And they do mean "heated" seats, not "warmed" seats, not "take-the-edge-off" seats. Turn them on full and your bum will be roasting with in a few minutes. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 140hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed automated manual FWD
Firm, supportive seats. Not too hard. Should be excellent for long road trips. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
2011 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
Firm, yet comfortable. Excellent lateral support in the turns. Excellent thigh support fro taller driver. Can sit for hours and still feel comfortable. see full Volkswagen Golf / GTI review
 
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