Model Year | 2007 | 2006 | |
Model | Mazda MX-5 Miata | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 163 hp@6700 140 lb-ft@5000 |
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 | RWD | RWD | |
Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 91.7 in | 113.7 in | -22 in |
Length | 157.3 in | 193.4 in | -36.1 in |
Width | 67.7 in | 73.7 in | -6 in |
Height | 49.0 in | 72.8 in | -23.8 in |
Curb Weight | 2527 lb. | 4531 lb. | -2004 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.7 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -9.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.4 in | 39.8 in | -2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 59.0 in | -5.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.6 in | 55.4 in | -4.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.1 in | 42.4 in | 0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 38.7 in | -38.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 58.9 in | -58.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 55.5 in | -55.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 36.9 in | -36.9 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.4 in | -37.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.1 in | -53.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 45.3 in | -45.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.9 in | -34.9 in |
Total Legroom | 43.1 in (over 1 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -71.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 5.3 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | -8.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 5.3 | 43.9 ft3 | -38.6 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 5.3 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -78.4 ft3 |
2007 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
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 |
2006 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Lots of room. Great even in the 3rd rear bench see full Ford Explorer review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Plenty of leg room see full Ford Explorer review |