Model Year | 2010 | 2011 | |
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 158 hp@6700 140 lb-ft@5000 |
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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 |
2010 Volkswagen Tiguan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 |
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 |
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 |
2011 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 |
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 |