| Model Year | 2006 | 2007 | |
| Model | Ford Escape | Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
| Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6000 193 lb-ft@4850 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 163 hp@6700 140 lb-ft@5000 |
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| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Convertible | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.2 in | 91.7 in | 11.5 in |
| Length | 174.9 in | 157.3 in | 17.6 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 67.7 in | 2.4 in |
| Height | 69.7 in | 49.0 in | 20.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3276 lb. | 2527 lb. | 749 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.5 gal. | 12.7 gal. | 3.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 37.4 in | 3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 53.2 in | 3.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 50.6 in | 2.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 43.1 in | -1.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 0.0 in | 39.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 0.0 in | 55.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.1 in | 0.0 in | 49.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 0.0 in | 35.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 43.1 in (over 1 rows) | 34.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.3 ft3 | 5.3 ft3 | 24 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.3 ft3 | 5.3 ft3 | 61 ft3 |
| 2006 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Roomy. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I was able to put an adult and my two small children in car seats in the rear. I have been able to take my family of four, with luggage, on road trips. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
Leather heated seat is supportive on a longer drive. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
this is very important, i have three teenagers. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 2dr Convertible 158-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
No rear seat. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |
| 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 |