Model Year | 2012 | 2011 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6500 255 lb-ft@4000 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6700 140 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Convertible | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 91.7 in | 20.9 in |
Length | 197.1 in | 157.3 in | 39.8 in |
Width | 78.9 in | 67.7 in | 11.2 in |
Height | 70.4 in | 49.0 in | 21.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4557 lb. | 2527 lb. | 2030 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 12.7 gal. | 5.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 37.4 in | 3.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.3 in | 53.2 in | 8.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 50.6 in | 6.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 43.1 in | -2.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.5 in | 0.0 in | 40.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.0 in | 0.0 in | 61 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.7 in | 0.0 in | 56.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 0.0 in | 39.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.8 in | 0.0 in | 37.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.8 in | 0.0 in | 50.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.7 in | 0.0 in | 40.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 33.2 in | 0.0 in | 33.2 in |
Total Legroom | 113.6 in (over 3 rows) | 43.1 in (over 1 rows) | 70.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 5.3 ft3 | 15.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 5.3 | 38.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 5.3 ft3 | 75.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Ford Explorer.
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 |