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Ford Explorer (2009) vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata (2013) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Ford Explorer and 2013 Mazda MX-5 Miata specs.

2009 Ford Explorer and 2013 Mazda MX-5 Miata Specifications

Model Year 2009 2013  
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
 
Transmission 6-speed automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain RWD RWD  
Body 4dr SUV 2dr Convertible  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,888 mm 2,329 mm 0 mm
Length 4,912 mm 3,995 mm 1 mm
Width 1,872 mm 1,720 mm 0 mm
Height 1,849 mm 1,245 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 2,055 kg 1,153 kg 1 kg
Fuel Capacity 85 L 48 L 37 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,011 mm 950 mm -949 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,499 mm 1,351 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,407 mm 1,285 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,077 mm 1,095 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 983 mm 0 mm 983 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,496 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,410 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 2 937 mm 0 mm 937 mm
Headroom, Row 3 950 mm 0 mm 950 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 1,349 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 1,151 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 886 mm 0 mm 886 mm
Total Legroom 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) 1,095 mm (over 1 row) 1 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 385 L 150 L 235 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 1,243 L 5.3 -4.3 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 2,370 L 5.3 -3.3 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Ford Explorer

2009 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Mazda MX-5 Miata

2013 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
2012 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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Mazda MX-5 Miata

2013 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 2dr Convertible 167-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed manual RWD
not for a large peron see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review
 
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