Porsche Boxster (2006) vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata (2012) Specs
How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2006 Porsche Boxster and 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata specs .
2006 Porsche Boxster and 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata Specifications
Model Year
2006
2012
Model
Porsche Boxster
Mazda MX-5 Miata
Engine
Transmission
Drivetrain
Body
2dr Convertible
2dr Convertible
Difference
Wheelbase
95.1 in
91.7 in
3.4 in
Length
170.4 in
157.3 in
13.1 in
Width
70.9 in
67.7 in
3.2 in
Height
51.0 in
49.0 in
2 in
Curb Weight
2855 lb.
2441 lb.
414 lb.
Fuel Capacity
17.0 gal.
12.7 gal.
4.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1
38.4 in
37.4 in
1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1
51.7 in
53.2 in
-1.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1
53.4 in
50.6 in
2.8 in
Legroom, Row 1
41.6 in
43.1 in
-1.5 in
Total Legroom
41.6 in (over 1 rows)
43.1 in (over 1 rows)
-1.5 in
Cargo Volume
9.9 ft3
5.3 ft3
4.6 ft3
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Porsche Boxster
2006 Porsche Boxster Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year Body/Powertrain Comment
2006
2dr Convertible 240-horsepower 2.7L H6 5-speed manual RWD
no rear seat
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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata
2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year Comment
2012
The first con is the obvious one, and a deal killer for many people. While the FR-S has a barely usable rear seat, the MX-5 Miata has none at all.
see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata
2012 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year Body/Powertrain Comment
2012
2dr Convertible 167-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual RWD
not for a large peron
see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review
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