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Volkswagen Tiguan (2009) vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata (2006) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan and 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata specs.

2009 Volkswagen Tiguan and 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata Specifications

Model Year 2009 2006  
Model Volkswagen Tiguan 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 shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD RWD  
Body 4dr SUV 2dr Convertible  
      Difference
Wheelbase 102.5 in 91.7 in 10.8 in
Length 174.3 in 157.3 in 17 in
Width 71.2 in 67.7 in 3.5 in
Height 66.3 in 49.0 in 17.3 in
Curb Weight 3433 lb. 2527 lb. 906 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.8 gal. 12.7 gal. 4.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.1 in 37.4 in 1.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.2 in 53.2 in 3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 0.0 in 50.6 in -50.6 in
Legroom, Row 1 40.1 in 43.1 in -3 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.0 in 0.0 in 39 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 54.8 in 0.0 in 54.8 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.8 in 0.0 in 35.8 in
Total Legroom 75.9 in (over 2 rows) 43.1 in (over 1 rows) 32.8 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 23.8 ft3 5.3 ft3 18.5 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 23.0 ft3 5.3 17.7 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 56.1 ft3 5.3 ft3 50.8 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Volkswagen Tiguan

2009 Volkswagen Tiguan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Seats slide back and forth to change cargo vs passenger space for flexible loads. Lots of leg room. Panoramic sunroof and air vent makes it a pleasure. see full Volkswagen Tiguan review
2009 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Plenty room! almost like the big Ford Expedition! see full Volkswagen Tiguan review
2009 4dr SUV turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Well designed, nice sitting position, like a front seat. Lots of leg room. Seat is comfortable. see full Volkswagen Tiguan 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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