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Volkswagen New Beetle (2006) vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata (2006) Specs

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

2006 Volkswagen New Beetle and 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata Specifications

Model Year 2006 2006  
Model Volkswagen New Beetle Mazda MX-5 Miata  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 2dr Convertible 2dr Convertible  
      Difference
Wheelbase 98.8 in 91.7 in 7.1 in
Length 161.1 in 157.3 in 3.8 in
Width 67.9 in 67.7 in 0.2 in
Height 59.1 in 49.0 in 10.1 in
Curb Weight 3164 lb. 2441 lb. 723 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.5 gal. 12.7 gal. 1.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 40.7 in 37.4 in 3.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 52.8 in 53.2 in -0.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 50.6 in -50.6 in
Legroom, Row 1 39.4 in 43.1 in -3.7 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.2 in 0.0 in 37.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 42.1 in 0.0 in 42.1 in
Legroom, Row 2 31.5 in 0.0 in 31.5 in
Total Legroom 70.9 in (over 2 rows) 43.1 in (over 1 rows) 27.8 in
Cargo Volume 5.0 ft3 5.3 ft3 -0.3 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Volkswagen New Beetle

2006 Volkswagen New Beetle Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2005 2dr Convertible turbocharged 150hp 1.8L I4
5-speed manual FWD		 Adults can sit in the back see full Volkswagen New Beetle 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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