Volkswagen Routan (2009) vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata (2011) Specs
How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Volkswagen Routan and 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata specs .
2009 Volkswagen Routan and 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata Specifications
Model Year
2009
2011
Model
Volkswagen Routan
Mazda MX-5 Miata
Engine
Transmission
Drivetrain
Body
4dr Minivan, ext.
2dr Convertible
Difference
Wheelbase
121.2 in
91.7 in
29.5 in
Length
202.5 in
157.3 in
45.2 in
Width
76.9 in
67.7 in
9.2 in
Height
68.9 in
49.0 in
19.9 in
Curb Weight
4335 lb.
2441 lb.
1894 lb.
Fuel Capacity
20.5 gal.
12.7 gal.
7.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1
39.8 in
37.4 in
2.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1
63.0 in
53.2 in
9.8 in
Hip Room, Row 1
0.0 in
50.6 in
-50.6 in
Legroom, Row 1
40.6 in
43.1 in
-2.5 in
Headroom, Row 2
39.2 in
0.0 in
39.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2
64.7 in
0.0 in
64.7 in
Legroom, Row 2
36.3 in
0.0 in
36.3 in
Headroom, Row 3
37.9 in
0.0 in
37.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3
62.0 in
0.0 in
62 in
Legroom, Row 3
31.8 in
0.0 in
31.8 in
Total Legroom
108.7 in (over 3 rows)
43.1 in (over 1 rows)
65.6 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum
32.3 ft3
5.3 ft3
27 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2
83.0 ft3
5.3
77.7 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum
141.0 ft3
5.3 ft3
135.7 ft3
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Volkswagen Routan
2009
4dr Minivan, ext. 251-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
we have the higher line SEL with Nappa leather seats, just the right amount of padding and thigh support for long trips
see full Volkswagen Routan review
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata
2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year Comment
The first con is the obvious one, and a deal killer for many people. While the FR-S has a barely usable rear seat, the MX-5 Miata has none at all.
see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata
2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year Body/Powertrain Comment
2012
2dr Convertible 167-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual RWD
not for a large peron
see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review
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