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Ford Taurus (2018) vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata (2006) Specs

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2018 Ford Taurus and 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata Specifications

Model Year 2018 2006  
Model Ford Taurus Mazda MX-5 Miata  
Engine 3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
288 hp@6500
254 lb-ft@4000
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
170 hp@6500
140 lb-ft@5000
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 5-speed manual  
Drivetrain FWD RWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 2dr Convertible  
      Difference
Wheelbase 112.9 in 91.7 in 21.2 in
Length 202.9 in 157.3 in 45.6 in
Width 76.2 in 67.7 in 8.5 in
Height 60.7 in 49.0 in 11.7 in
Curb Weight 3969 lb. 2441 lb. 1528 lb.
Fuel Capacity 20.0 gal. 12.7 gal. 7.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.0 in 37.4 in 1.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.9 in 53.2 in 4.7 in
Hip Room, Row 1 56.3 in 50.6 in 5.7 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.9 in 43.1 in -1.2 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.8 in 0.0 in 37.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.9 in 0.0 in 56.9 in
Hip Room, Row 2 55.8 in 0.0 in 55.8 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.1 in 0.0 in 38.1 in
Total Legroom 80 in (over 2 rows) 43.1 in (over 1 rows) 36.9 in
Cargo Volume 20.1 ft3 5.3 ft3 14.8 ft3

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2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
2006 2dr Convertible 170-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed manual RWD
Taller drivers will fit, but you have to get the seat JUST right. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review
2005 2dr Convertible turbocharged 178hp 1.8L I4
6-speed manual RWD
There is no backseat, but this is a SPORTS CAR! see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review
 
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