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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 2,604 mm 2,329 mm 0 mm
Length 4,427 mm 3,995 mm 1 mm
Width 1,808 mm 1,720 mm 0 mm
Height 1,684 mm 1,245 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,557 kg 1,146 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 64 L 48 L 16 L
Headroom, Row 1 993 mm 950 mm 43 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,427 mm 1,351 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 0 mm 1,285 mm -1 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,019 mm 1,095 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 991 mm 0 mm 991 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,392 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 2 909 mm 0 mm 909 mm
Total Legroom 1,928 mm (over 2 rows) 1,095 mm (over 1 row) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 674 L 150 L 524 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 651 L 5.3 645.7 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 1,589 L 5.3 -4.3 L

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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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