Model Year | 2007 | 2013 | |
Model | Mazda MX-5 Miata | Volkswagen Golf / GTI | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 166 hp@6700 140 lb-ft@5000 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 256 hp@4300 243 lb-ft@2400 |
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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 |
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 |
2013 Volkswagen Golf / GTI Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |