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Mazda MX-5 Miata (2006) vs. Volvo V50 (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2008 Volvo V50 specs.

2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2008 Volvo V50 Specifications

Model Year 2006 2008  
Model Mazda MX-5 Miata Volvo V50  
Engine 2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
166 hp@6500
140 lb-ft@5000
turbocharged
2.5L I5
DOHC-4v
227 hp@5000
236 lb-ft@1500
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 5-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain RWD AWD  
Body 2dr Convertible 4dr Wagon  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,329 mm 2,639 mm 0 mm
Length 3,995 mm 4,514 mm -1 mm
Width 1,720 mm 1,770 mm 0 mm
Height 1,245 mm 1,453 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,146 kg 1,609 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 48 L 60 L -12 L
Headroom, Row 1 950 mm 988 mm -38 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,351 mm 1,402 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,285 mm 1,364 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,095 mm 1,057 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 0 mm 968 mm -968 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 0 mm 1,374 mm -1 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 0 mm 1,288 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 2 0 mm 874 mm -874 mm
Total Legroom 1,095 mm (over 1 row) 1,930 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 150 L 776 L -626 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 5.3 1,781 L 4.3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata

2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Volvo V50

2008 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Front seat comfort is top notch. Lots of adjustments with power drivers seat. see full Volvo V50 review
2007 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I5
5-speed manual FWD
It has a lot of arm and leg room for a smaller car. see full Volvo V50 review
2008 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Wagon turbocharged 218hp 2.5L I5
5-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Rear seat is for very small people or children only --no leg room. see full Volvo V50 review
2007 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I5
5-speed manual FWD
Not a lot of room for tall adults. Good for kids. see full Volvo V50 review
 
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