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 | 2,715 mm | 2,329 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,689 mm | 3,995 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,826 mm | 1,720 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,725 mm | 1,245 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,655 kg | 1,146 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 72 L | 48 L | 24 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,016 mm | 950 mm | -949 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,471 mm | 1,351 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,400 mm | 1,285 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,034 mm | 1,095 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,448 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,394 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 925 mm | 0 mm | 925 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 820 mm | 0 mm | 820 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,351 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,011 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 767 mm | 0 mm | 767 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,725 mm (over 3 rows) | 1,095 mm (over 1 row) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 297 L | 150 L | 147 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,124 L | 5.3 | -4.3 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,282 L | 5.3 | -3.3 L |
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 |