Model Year | 2016 | 2008 | |
Model | Mazda CX-5 | Ford Explorer Sport Trac | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 184 hp@5700 185 lb-ft@3250 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUT | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 130.5 in | -24.2 in |
Length | 179.3 in | 210.2 in | -30.9 in |
Width | 72.4 in | 73.7 in | -1.3 in |
Height | 65.7 in | 72.5 in | -6.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3589 lb. | 4793 lb. | -1204 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 14.8 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -7.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.1 in | 39.8 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.5 in | 59.0 in | -1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 55.4 in | -0.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 42.4 in | -1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 38.5 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 58.9 in | -3.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.7 in | 55.5 in | -1.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 36.9 in | 2.4 in |
Total Legroom | 80.3 in (over 2 rows) | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | 1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 34.1 ft3 | 0.0 | 34.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 64.8 ft3 | 0.0 | 64.8 ft3 |
2016 Mazda CX-5 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
There's enough room for four adults inside the Mazda CX-5. But the Honda CR-V and some others are considerably roomier. Want an occasional third-row seat? While Nissan and Volkswagen offer one in their compact crossovers, Mazda does not. see full Mazda CX-5 review |
2016 Mazda CX-5 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2015 | 4dr SUV 184-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Soon after I bought the Mazda, I did an 8 hour trip in it. I found the seat comfort to be most satisfactory. I had no trouble finding a comfortable driving position using the power seat, and, the lumbar support. see full Mazda CX-5 review |
2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUT 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
The seats are much improved over older explorers. You can ride for 4 hours and not feel tired when you get out of the truck. I have heated leather, which I recommend. The heat is in the lumbar, as well as seat bottom. Very nice seats. see full Ford Explorer Sport Trac review |
2008 Ford Explorer Sport Trac Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUT 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
So bad I can't drive it much more than the 4 miles to and from work. The front seats are so hard that the first couple times I drove it I couldn't figure out why my feet were so cold. Because the circulation below my knees was being cutoff. I have tried extra cushions for the seat bottom and I have found something that really helps, but on longer drives, combined with the firm ride - bring your Advil. see full Ford Explorer Sport Trac review |