Model Year | 2007 | 2011 | |
Model | Ford Edge | Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 265 hp@6250 250 lb-ft@4500 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6700 140 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Convertible | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.2 in | 91.7 in | 19.5 in |
Length | 185.7 in | 157.3 in | 28.4 in |
Width | 75.8 in | 67.7 in | 8.1 in |
Height | 67.2 in | 49.0 in | 18.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4073 lb. | 2527 lb. | 1546 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.0 gal. | 12.7 gal. | 6.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 37.4 in | 2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.9 in | 53.2 in | 5.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 50.6 in | 4.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 43.1 in | -2.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 0.0 in | 39.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.8 in | 0.0 in | 58.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 0.0 in | 56.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.6 in | 0.0 in | 39.6 in |
Total Legroom | 80.3 in (over 2 rows) | 43.1 in (over 1 rows) | 37.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.1 ft3 | 5.3 ft3 | 26.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 69.6 ft3 | 5.3 ft3 | 64.3 ft3 |
2007 Ford Edge Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Spacious legroom and reclining seats. Fat center fold down armrest with cup holders and adjustable A/C vents are a nice touch. see full Ford Edge review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Great for long trips. see full Ford Edge review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
i have 2 teenagers who have complained regularly with other vehicles they have rode in in the last 6 months. see full Ford Edge review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Seats are very comfortable. Love the forward leaning front headrests. Great legroom as well. see full Ford Edge review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Larger and more comfortable than any other offering in this segment. Class leading legroom and open feel. see full Ford Edge review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
EXCELLENT ROOM IN THE REAR FOR LEGS AND STRETCHING OUT. see full Ford Edge review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
It is very comfortable and I love that the rear seats recline in various positions for comfort. see full Ford Edge review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Plenty of room for driver and passenger. Great for long road trips. see full Ford Edge review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Plenty of room for 1 or 2 kids. Great leg room because no third row seating. see full Ford Edge review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
The Edge is very roomy and comfortable. By leaving out the third seat option, they were able to give the front and rear rows both a little more space and it can comfortably fit 5 adults. see full Ford Edge review |
2007 Ford Edge Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
No 3rd row available see full Ford Edge 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 |