Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | |
Model | Toyota Highlander | Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 215 hp@5600 222 lb-ft@3600 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6700 140 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Convertible | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.9 in | 91.7 in | 15.2 in |
Length | 184.6 in | 157.3 in | 27.3 in |
Width | 71.9 in | 67.7 in | 4.2 in |
Height | 67.9 in | 49.0 in | 18.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3649 lb. | 2527 lb. | 1122 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.1 gal. | 12.7 gal. | 6.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 37.4 in | 2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.9 in | 53.2 in | 4.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 50.6 in | 4.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 43.1 in | -2.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 0.0 in | 39.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.0 in | 0.0 in | 57 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 0.0 in | 54.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 0.0 in | 36.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 32.3 in | 0.0 in | 32.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.2 in | 0.0 in | 53.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 39.8 in | 0.0 in | 39.8 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 30.2 in | 0.0 in | 30.2 in |
Total Legroom | 107.3 in (over 3 rows) | 43.1 in (over 1 rows) | 64.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.5 ft3 | 5.3 ft3 | 5.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 39.7 ft3 | 5.3 | 34.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.6 ft3 | 5.3 ft3 | 75.3 ft3 |
2006 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Ease of entry and exit and the spacious leg room. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |