Model Year | 2011 | 2017 | |
Model | Ford Fiesta | Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
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Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.0 in | 90.9 in | 7.1 in |
Length | 173.6 in | 154.1 in | 19.5 in |
Width | 66.8 in | 68.3 in | -1.5 in |
Height | 58.0 in | 49.0 in | 9 in |
Curb Weight | 2578 lb. | 2445 lb. | 133 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.9 gal. | 11.9 gal. | 0 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 36.8 in | 2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.7 in | 52.2 in | 0.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.6 in | 52.0 in | -1.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 43.1 in | -0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 0.0 in | 37.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.0 in | 0.0 in | 49 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.2 in | 0.0 in | 49.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 31.2 in | 0.0 in | 31.2 in |
Total Legroom | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | 43.1 in (over 1 rows) | 30.3 in |
Cargo Volume | 12.8 ft3 | 4.5 ft3 | 8.3 ft3 |
2011 Ford Fiesta Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 120-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
Its cramped, but seems about the same as any other car in its size range. It was easier to get in and out of compared to a Mazda 2 and about the same as current generation Prius C. I wouldn't take anyone long distances in the rear, but I didn't expect to. We have a 2009 Prius which is our long distance carry people car. I wanted something with good handling and economy that was well built and that's what I got. see full Ford Fiesta review |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 120-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
Smallish like all b-segment cars. see full Ford Fiesta review |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 120-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
I was told that it is comfortable for a short ride but after 45 minutes my passengers were complaining about lack of room and comfort. see full Ford Fiesta review |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 120-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Rear seat narrow and limited headroom see full Ford Fiesta review |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 120-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
while it felt my family of 5 comfortably, it might not fit others.... see full Ford Fiesta review |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 120-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
Rear seat legroom is limited, especially if front seat passengers adjust their seats rearward. see full Ford Fiesta review |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 120-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Basically, it is a two seater. Car seats and small children will fit ok in the back. Essentially it is a great commuter car. see full Ford Fiesta review |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 120-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
rear seat leg room is tight. see full Ford Fiesta review |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 120-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
Very tiny. Had to squeeze in. Not very comfortable for long term. Feels a bit crowded. see full Ford Fiesta review |
2017 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The most obvious reason not to buy any Mazda MX-5 Miata? The thing that kept me from buying one: no back seat. The MINI Roadster also had not back seat, while the MINI Convertible and Scion FR-S have vestigial perches on which only my smallest child might sit semi-comfortably. In contrast, I can fit all three of my teenagers into my Mazda RX-8. But if my wife also wants to come along, we have to take our other car. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |
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