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Volkswagen Passat (2017) vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata (2014) Specs

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2017 Volkswagen Passat and 2014 Mazda MX-5 Miata Specifications

Model Year 2017 2014  
Model Volkswagen Passat Mazda MX-5 Miata  
Engine 3.6L V6
DOHC-4v
280 hp@6200
258 lb-ft@2500
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
167 hp@7000
140 lb-ft@5000
 
Transmission 6-speed automated manual 5-speed manual  
Drivetrain FWD RWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 2dr Convertible  
      Difference
Wheelbase 110.4 in 91.7 in 18.7 in
Length 191.6 in 157.3 in 34.3 in
Width 72.2 in 67.7 in 4.5 in
Height 58.5 in 49.0 in 9.5 in
Curb Weight 3481 lb. 2447 lb. 1034 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.5 gal. 12.7 gal. 5.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.3 in 37.4 in 0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.9 in 53.2 in 3.7 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 50.6 in -50.6 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.4 in 43.1 in -0.7 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.8 in 0.0 in 37.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 57.0 in 0.0 in 57 in
Legroom, Row 2 39.1 in 0.0 in 39.1 in
Total Legroom 81.5 in (over 2 rows) 43.1 in (over 1 rows) 38.4 in
Cargo Volume 15.9 ft3 5.3 ft3 10.6 ft3

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