Volkswagen Eos (2015) vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata (2006) Specs

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2015 Volkswagen Eos and 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata Specifications

Model Year	2015	2006
Model	Volkswagen Eos	Mazda MX-5 Miata
Engine	turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 200 hp@5100 207 lb-ft@1700	2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 166 hp@6500 140 lb-ft@5000
Transmission	6-speed automated manual	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	RWD
Body	2dr Hardtop conv.	2dr Convertible
			Difference
Wheelbase	101.5 in	91.7 in	9.8 in
Length	174.1 in	157.3 in	16.8 in
Width	70.5 in	67.7 in	2.8 in
Height	56.9 in	49.0 in	7.9 in
Curb Weight	3508 lb.	2527 lb.	981 lb.
Fuel Capacity	14.5 gal.	12.7 gal.	1.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.9 in	37.4 in	1.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	54.7 in	53.2 in	1.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	50.6 in	-50.6 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.7 in	43.1 in	-1.4 in
Headroom, Row 2	35.8 in	0.0 in	35.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	41.5 in	0.0 in	41.5 in
Legroom, Row 2	32.5 in	0.0 in	32.5 in
Total Legroom	74.2 in (over 2 rows)	43.1 in (over 1 rows)	31.1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	6.6 ft³	5.3 ft³	1.3 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	10.5 ft³	5.3 ft³	5.2 ft³

None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Volkswagen Eos.

2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
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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