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Ford Explorer (2015) vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata (2011) Specs

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2015 Ford Explorer and 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata Specifications

Model Year 2015 2011  
Model Ford Explorer Mazda MX-5 Miata  
Engine turbocharged
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
365 hp@5500
350 lb-ft@3500
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
167 hp@7000
140 lb-ft@5000
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 5-speed manual  
Drivetrain AWD 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 4921 lb. 2441 lb. 2480 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

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata

2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
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
 

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2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
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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