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Pontiac G6 (2006) vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata (2006) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 Pontiac G6 and 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata specs.

2006 Pontiac G6 and 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata Specifications

Model Year 2006 2006  
Model Pontiac G6 Mazda MX-5 Miata  
Engine 3.9L V6
OHV-2v
240 hp@6000
241 lb-ft@2800
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
166 hp@6500
140 lb-ft@5000
 
Transmission 4-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD RWD  
Body 2dr Hardtop conv. 2dr Convertible  
      Difference
Wheelbase 112.3 in 91.7 in 20.6 in
Length 189.1 in 157.3 in 31.8 in
Width 70.6 in 67.7 in 2.9 in
Height 56.7 in 49.0 in 7.7 in
Curb Weight 3923 lb. 2527 lb. 1396 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.4 gal. 12.7 gal. 3.7 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.4 in 37.4 in 1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 54.2 in 53.2 in 1 in
Hip Room, Row 1 52.6 in 50.6 in 2 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.2 in 43.1 in -0.9 in
Headroom, Row 2 36.1 in 0.0 in 36.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 44.8 in 0.0 in 44.8 in
Hip Room, Row 2 45.8 in 0.0 in 45.8 in
Legroom, Row 2 34.2 in 0.0 in 34.2 in
Total Legroom 76.4 in (over 2 rows) 43.1 in (over 1 rows) 33.3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 2.2 ft3 5.3 ft3 -3.1 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 12.6 ft3 5.3 ft3 7.3 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Pontiac G6

2006 Pontiac G6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 2dr Hardtop conv. 217-horsepower 3.5L V6
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Much more comfortable than the other hardtops we tried..... see full Pontiac G6 review
2007 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
this is a very comfortable car for long trips, we drove from Chicago to Charleston Sc and it was very confortable see full Pontiac G6 review
2007 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
Easily adjustable! see full Pontiac G6 review
2007 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
I Have a smile child. And his car seat fits perfect and still has room to move his feet! see full Pontiac G6 review
2007 4dr Sedan 224-horsepower 3.5L V6
4-speed automatic FWD
The sedan has a ton of rear seat room. see full Pontiac G6 review
2007 4dr Sedan 224-horsepower 3.5L V6
4-speed automatic FWD
There is a lot of it, just like the back seat room. see full Pontiac G6 review
2005 4dr Sedan 200-horsepower 3.5L V6
4-speed automatic FWD
Plentiful for two different drivers with 12 inches difference in height. see full Pontiac G6 review
2005 4dr Sedan 200-horsepower 3.5L V6
4-speed automatic FWD
Enough room for adults (6 foot) with tall drivers. see full Pontiac G6 review
 

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
 
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