| Model Year | 2006 | 2016 | |
| Model | Mazda MX-5 Miata | Ford Explorer | |
| Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 127 kW@6500 190 Nm@5000 |
turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 272 kW@5500 475 Nm@3500 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,329 mm | 2,860 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 3,995 mm | 5,037 mm | -2 mm |
| Width | 1,720 mm | 2,004 mm | -1 mm |
| Height | 1,245 mm | 1,778 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,107 kg | 2,218 kg | -1 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 48 L | 70 L | -22 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 950 mm | 1,052 mm | 949 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,351 mm | 1,562 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,285 mm | 1,455 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,095 mm | 1,031 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,031 mm | -1 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,549 mm | -1 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,443 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,003 mm | -1 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 960 mm | -960 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,290 mm | -1 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,034 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 846 mm | -846 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,095 mm (over 1 row) | 2,880 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 150 L | 595 L | -445 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 5.3 | 1,243 L | 4.3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 5.3 | 2,313 L | 3.3 |
| 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2016 Ford Explorer.