Model Year | 2015 | 2007 | |
Model | Mazda CX-5 | Ford Mustang | |
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Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 107.1 in | -0.8 in |
Length | 178.7 in | 187.6 in | -8.9 in |
Width | 72.4 in | 73.9 in | -1.5 in |
Height | 65.7 in | 55.4 in | 10.3 in |
Curb Weight | 3194 lb. | 3373 lb. | -179 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.8 gal. | 16.0 gal. | -1.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 38.6 in | 1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.5 in | 55.4 in | 2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 53.6 in | 1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 42.7 in | -1.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 34.7 in | 4.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 53.4 in | 2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 46.8 in | 6.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 30.3 in | 9 in |
Total Legroom | 80.3 in (over 2 rows) | 73 in (over 2 rows) | 7.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 34.1 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 21 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 64.8 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 51.7 ft3 |
2015 Mazda CX-5 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
There's no clear winner in rear seat room and comfort, either. The Mazda's rear seat is mounted a little lower than the Toyota's, and when sitting in it my knees are considerably closer (if still not close) to the front seat backs. Also, the Toyota's rear seat reclines, while the Mazda's does not. Neither car has air vents in the rear passenger compartment, but the RAV4 has a large vent high on the instrument panel apparently intended to push cool air into the rear seat via the ceiling. To counter these RAV4 advantages, the CX-5 offers about five inches more rear hip room. So three passengers will fit more comfortably. see full Mazda CX-5 review |
2015 Mazda CX-5 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2015 | 4dr SUV 184-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Soon after I bought the Mazda, I did an 8 hour trip in it. I found the seat comfort to be most satisfactory. I had no trouble finding a comfortable driving position using the power seat, and, the lumbar support. see full Mazda CX-5 review |
2015 Mazda CX-5 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 4dr SUV 184-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
While recently shopping for a new car for the first time in over 10 years, I found that driver's seats are now made with high sides. For me, a 5'1" female driver, this makes it a bit awkward getting in and out. Combined with the higher ground clearance of a compact SUV, it's not the ideal setup. The Mazda CX-5 is not as bad as others, but it's still an issue. see full Mazda CX-5 review |
2007 Ford Mustang Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 2dr Convertible 300-horsepower 4.6L V8 5-speed automatic RWD |
seat is comfortable can be adjusted to suit your choice of position all controls are within easy reach see full Ford Mustang review |
2007 Ford Mustang Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 2dr Coupe supercharged 500hp 5.4L V8 6-speed manual RWD |
waste of space, no good for seating, so should have been made for storage see full Ford Mustang review |
2008 | 2dr Coupe 300-horsepower 4.6L V8 5-speed manual RWD |
There is very little rear leg room, but this car isn't meant to be a people carrier. It is nice that there are rear seats, but anyone that is not a small child will have a hard time sitting in the back. see full Ford Mustang review |
2007 | 2dr Coupe 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed manual RWD |
While our present government may blow off the standards & principles of the Geneva Convention, I still find them worthy enough to abide. Mustang rear seats are in clear violation. see full Ford Mustang review |