Mini Countryman (2020) vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata (2006) Specs

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2020 Mini Countryman and 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata Specifications

Model Year	2020	2006
Model	Mini Countryman	Mazda MX-5 Miata
Engine	turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 301 hp@5200 331 lb-ft@1450	2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 170 hp@6500 140 lb-ft@5000
Transmission	8-speed shiftable automatic	5-speed manual
Drivetrain	AWD	RWD
Body	4dr SUV	2dr Convertible
			Difference
Wheelbase	105.1 in	91.7 in	13.4 in
Length	169.8 in	157.3 in	12.5 in
Width	71.7 in	67.7 in	4 in
Height	61.3 in	49.0 in	12.3 in
Curb Weight	3790 lb.	2441 lb.	1349 lb.
Fuel Capacity	16.1 gal.	12.7 gal.	3.4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.9 in	37.4 in	2.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	54.8 in	53.2 in	1.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	50.6 in	-50.6 in
Legroom, Row 1	40.4 in	43.1 in	-2.7 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.5 in	0.0 in	37.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	54.0 in	0.0 in	54 in
Legroom, Row 2	37.6 in	0.0 in	37.6 in
Total Legroom	78 in (over 2 rows)	43.1 in (over 1 rows)	34.9 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	17.6 ft³	5.3 ft³	12.3 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	47.6 ft³	5.3 ft³	42.3 ft³

None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 Mini Countryman.

2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
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

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