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Ford Mustang (2016) vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata (2008) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2016 Ford Mustang and 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata specs.

2016 Ford Mustang and 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata Specifications

Model Year 2016 2008  
Model Ford Mustang Mazda MX-5 Miata  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 2dr Convertible 2dr Convertible  
      Difference
Wheelbase 107.1 in 91.7 in 15.4 in
Length 188.3 in 157.3 in 31 in
Width 75.4 in 67.7 in 7.7 in
Height 54.9 in 49.0 in 5.9 in
Curb Weight 3644 lb. 2441 lb. 1203 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.0 gal. 12.7 gal. 3.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 37.6 in 37.4 in 0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.3 in 53.2 in 3.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1 54.9 in 50.6 in 4.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.0 in 43.1 in -1.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 35.7 in 0.0 in 35.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 44.7 in 0.0 in 44.7 in
Hip Room, Row 2 43.7 in 0.0 in 43.7 in
Legroom, Row 2 30.8 in 0.0 in 30.8 in
Total Legroom 72.8 in (over 2 rows) 43.1 in (over 1 rows) 29.7 in
Cargo Volume 11.4 ft3 5.3 ft3 6.1 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2016 Ford Mustang

2016 Ford Mustang Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
This "why not" should not come as a surprise. Neither the Mustang nor the Audi has much rear legroom. Plus in the Mustang my head was pressed against the rear window, and I'm only 5-9. The Mustang coupe's rear seat is viable only for people up to 5-6 or so in height. The Audi has a little more rear headroom. As does the Mustang convertible. If you will be putting people into the rear seat of the Mustang, you should turn off the "easy entry" feature. When it's activated, this feature automatically motors the seat backward when the engine is shut off, reducing rear legroom to near zero. I was nearly trapped when I turned the engine off while sitting in the back seat to take photos. If you want a V8-powered coupe with a roomy rear seat, get a Dodge Challenger. Both the Mustang and the RS 5 do a better job of transporting luggage than rear seat passengers. Both trunks have about as much capacity as that of the average compact sedan. see full Ford Mustang review
 

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2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 2dr Convertible 158-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
No rear seat. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review
2007 2dr Convertible 166-horsepower 2.0L I4
5-speed manual RWD
It's OK for the driver, but there's not much room for the feet of the passenger. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review
 
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