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Nissan Xterra (2008) vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata (2008) Specs

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2008 Nissan Xterra and 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata Specifications

Model Year 2008 2008  
Model Nissan Xterra Mazda MX-5 Miata  
Engine 4.0L V6
DOHC-4v
261 hp@5600
284 lb-ft@4000
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
158 hp@6700
140 lb-ft@5000
 
Transmission 5-speed automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain RWD RWD  
Body 4dr SUV 2dr Convertible  
      Difference
Wheelbase 106.3 in 91.7 in 14.6 in
Length 178.7 in 157.3 in 21.4 in
Width 72.8 in 67.7 in 5.1 in
Height 74.9 in 49.0 in 25.9 in
Curb Weight 4165 lb. 2527 lb. 1638 lb.
Fuel Capacity 21.1 gal. 12.7 gal. 8.4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.9 in 37.4 in 2.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 58.3 in 53.2 in 5.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.9 in 50.6 in 5.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.4 in 43.1 in -0.7 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.3 in 0.0 in 39.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 58.3 in 0.0 in 58.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 46.1 in 0.0 in 46.1 in
Legroom, Row 2 34.4 in 0.0 in 34.4 in
Total Legroom 76.8 in (over 2 rows) 43.1 in (over 1 rows) 33.7 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 35.2 ft3 5.3 ft3 29.9 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 65.7 ft3 5.3 ft3 60.4 ft3

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2008 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
 
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