Model Year | 2008 | 2020 | |
Model | Nissan 350Z | Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 306 hp@6800 268 lb-ft@4800 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 181 hp@7000 151 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 90.9 in | 13.4 in |
Length | 169.8 in | 154.1 in | 15.7 in |
Width | 71.5 in | 68.3 in | 3.2 in |
Height | 52.5 in | 48.6 in | 3.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3585 lb. | 2339 lb. | 1246 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 11.9 gal. | 8.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.2 in | 37.4 in | 1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.6 in | 52.2 in | 1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 52.0 in | 1.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.6 in | 43.1 in | -0.5 in |
Total Legroom | 42.6 in (over 1 rows) | 43.1 in (over 1 rows) | -0.5 in |
Cargo Volume | 4.1 ft3 | 4.6 ft3 | -0.5 ft3 |
2008 Nissan 350Z Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
lots of room in front seats see full Nissan 350Z review |
2008 Nissan 350Z Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 2dr Hatch 332-horsepower 3.7L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
It was a two seater, and I enjoy driving with people around. see full Nissan 350Z review |
2008 | 2dr Hatch 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
very cramped, not designed for very long rides. Not for tall people. see full Nissan 350Z review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
NO rear seat, limited hatch space see full Nissan 350Z review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed manual RWD |
There was no rear seat. see full Nissan 350Z review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
There are no rear seats in this vehicle. Was considering a 2 seater, but wife was not impressed so obtaining approval from that quarter would have been difficult. see full Nissan 350Z review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 Mazda MX-5 Miata.