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Model Year | 2007 | 2011 | |
Model | Mini Convertible | Honda Civic | |
Engine | supercharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 208 hp@6000 180 lb-ft@4500 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 197 hp@7800 139 lb-ft@6200 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 97.1 in | 104.3 in | -7.2 in |
Length | 143.1 in | 174.8 in | -31.7 in |
Width | 66.5 in | 68.9 in | -2.4 in |
Height | 55.5 in | 53.5 in | 2 in |
Curb Weight | 2855 lb. | 2877 lb. | -22 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 38.0 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 50.9 in | 53.9 in | -3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 53.0 in | -53 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 42.6 in | -1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.1 in | 35.1 in | 3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 52.1 in | -13.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 49.2 in | -49.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 27.5 in | 30.3 in | -2.8 in |
Total Legroom | 68.8 in (over 2 rows) | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | -4.1 in |
Cargo Volume | 4.2 ft3 | 11.5 ft3 | -7.3 ft3 |
2007 Mini Convertible Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 2dr Convertible supercharged 168hp 1.6L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
no leg room see full Mini Convertible review |
2006 | 2dr Convertible 115-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
The rear seat is usable only as a package tray, though it does serve to hold a second carry-on bag. see full Mini Convertible review |
2011 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 197-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
The seats fit me perfectly. see full Honda Civic review |
2011 Honda Civic Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 2dr Coupe 140-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed automatic FWD |
Rear seat was a bit tight for adults, in hindsight we should have bought the Accord. see full Honda Civic review |