Volkswagen Jetta (2023) vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata (2009) Specs

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2023 Volkswagen Jetta and 2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata Specifications

Model Year	2023	2009
Model	Volkswagen Jetta	Mazda MX-5 Miata
Engine	turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 228 hp@5000 258 lb-ft@1500	2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6700 140 lb-ft@5000
Transmission	7-speed automated manual	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	RWD
Body	4dr Sedan	2dr Convertible
			Difference
Wheelbase	105.7 in	91.7 in	14 in
Length	186.5 in	157.3 in	29.2 in
Width	70.8 in	67.7 in	3.1 in
Height	57.7 in	49.0 in	8.7 in
Curb Weight	3355 lb.	2527 lb.	828 lb.
Fuel Capacity	13.2 gal.	12.7 gal.	0.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.5 in	37.4 in	1.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	55.9 in	53.2 in	2.7 in
Hip Room, Row 1	53.0 in	50.6 in	2.4 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.1 in	43.1 in	-2 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.2 in	0.0 in	37.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	54.0 in	0.0 in	54 in
Hip Room, Row 2	51.4 in	0.0 in	51.4 in
Legroom, Row 2	37.4 in	0.0 in	37.4 in
Total Legroom	78.5 in (over 2 rows)	43.1 in (over 1 rows)	35.4 in
Cargo Volume	14.1 ft³	5.3 ft³	8.8 ft³

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2009 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2010	2dr Convertible 167-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual RWD	Seats fit my butt see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review

2009 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

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