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Saturn VUE (2008) vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata (2006) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Saturn VUE and 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata specs.

2008 Saturn VUE and 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata Specifications

Model Year 2008 2006  
Model Saturn VUE Mazda MX-5 Miata  
Engine 3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
257 hp@6500
241 lb-ft@4800
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
166 hp@6500
140 lb-ft@5000
 
Transmission 6-speed automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD RWD  
Body 4dr SUV 2dr Convertible  
      Difference
Wheelbase 106.6 in 91.7 in 14.9 in
Length 180.1 in 157.3 in 22.8 in
Width 72.8 in 67.7 in 5.1 in
Height 67.0 in 49.0 in 18 in
Curb Weight 4076 lb. 2527 lb. 1549 lb.
Fuel Capacity 19.0 gal. 12.7 gal. 6.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.2 in 37.4 in 2.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.0 in 53.2 in 2.8 in
Hip Room, Row 1 52.6 in 50.6 in 2 in
Legroom, Row 1 40.7 in 43.1 in -2.4 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.3 in 0.0 in 39.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.9 in 0.0 in 55.9 in
Hip Room, Row 2 52.9 in 0.0 in 52.9 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.9 in 0.0 in 36.9 in
Total Legroom 77.6 in (over 2 rows) 43.1 in (over 1 rows) 34.5 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 26.5 ft3 5.3 ft3 21.2 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 54.3 ft3 5.3 ft3 49 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Saturn VUE

2008 Saturn VUE Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 257-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed automatic AWD
I am 6ft and my head is not in the roof. see full Saturn VUE review
2008 4dr SUV 257-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
More comfortable than the Pacifica i drove for the past 5 years see full Saturn VUE review
2007 4dr SUV 143-horsepower 2.2L I4
5-speed manual FWD
There`s LOT`S of head and leg room...enough said! see full Saturn VUE review
2007 4dr SUV 170-horsepower 2.4L I4 Hybrid
4-speed automatic FWD
Most space in its class. see full Saturn VUE review
2007 4dr SUV 248-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic FWD
very roomy, i dont feel cramped in see full Saturn VUE review
2007 4dr SUV 248-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic FWD
You have a lot of space in front seat that you do not feel too tight that you cannot move. It is very rommy and also in the back too. see full Saturn VUE review
2008 Saturn VUE Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr SUV 248-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic FWD
Too hard. see full Saturn VUE review
2007 4dr SUV 143-horsepower 2.2L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
It need more lumbar support. see full Saturn VUE review
2007 4dr SUV 248-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed automatic AWD
Not enough leg room. Back seat is not cushioned sufficiently for comfort. Backseat rest is to upright with minimal adjustments see full Saturn VUE 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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