Model Year | 2006 | 2016 | |
Model | Ford Focus | Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Engine | 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 113 kW@5750 209 Nm@4250 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 116 kW@6000 201 Nm@4600 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Convertible | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,614 mm | 2,309 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,450 mm | 3,914 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,694 mm | 1,735 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,445 mm | 1,234 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,242 kg | 1,080 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 53 L | 45 L | 8 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 993 mm | 950 mm | 43 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,359 mm | 1,326 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,255 mm | 1,321 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,034 mm | 1,095 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 975 mm | 0 mm | 975 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,361 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,293 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 0 mm | 955 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,989 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,095 mm (over 1 row) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 419 L | 130 L | 289 L |
2006 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Hatch 136-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
It was a pleasant surprise when we discovered how comfortable the front seats were for long road trips. They are contoured enough so I can lay the seat back, with a small pillow and take a nice long nap. This is probably highly subjective, but for us, the car seats have been just what we wanted. see full Ford Focus review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 136-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The front seat has more room than one would expect. I have yet to encounter someone who has not fit inside comfortably, despite their size. Being over 6ft tall, I drive daily without feeling cramped or enclosed. see full Ford Focus review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 136-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Lots of room for a big guy like me. see full Ford Focus review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 136-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Can drive for long distances without succuming to fatigue. see full Ford Focus review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 136-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Ample room. see full Ford Focus review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 136-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The first-generation Focus has great seats -- cushy, well-bolstered, and high off the floor. see full Ford Focus review |
2006 | 2dr Hatch 136-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Regular sized adults can fit in the back seat without too many problems. see full Ford Focus review |
2006 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 151-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Another two inches of legroom sure would be nice. see full Ford Focus review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 151-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Very average for its class. Not a place for grownups for long. see full Ford Focus review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 136-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Not the best, but ok for a 2 door hatch. see full Ford Focus review |
2006 | 2dr Hatch 136-horsepower 2.0L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Short seat track makes it tight for tall drivers and there is no "dead pedal" to rest your left foot on. see full Ford Focus review |
2016 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Mazda MX-5 Miata.