Model Year | 2007 | 2012 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Engine | 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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 | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Convertible | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 91.7 in | 22 in |
Length | 193.4 in | 157.3 in | 36.1 in |
Width | 73.7 in | 67.7 in | 6 in |
Height | 72.8 in | 49.0 in | 23.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4531 lb. | 2527 lb. | 2004 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 12.7 gal. | 9.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 37.4 in | 2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 53.2 in | 5.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 50.6 in | 4.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 43.1 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 0.0 in | 38.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 0.0 in | 58.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 0.0 in | 55.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 0.0 in | 36.9 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.4 in | 0.0 in | 37.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.1 in | 0.0 in | 53.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 45.3 in | 0.0 in | 45.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 34.9 in | 0.0 in | 34.9 in |
Total Legroom | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | 43.1 in (over 1 rows) | 71.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 5.3 ft3 | 8.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 5.3 | 38.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 5.3 ft3 | 78.4 ft3 |
2007 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review |
2012 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 |
2012 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 |