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2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2008 Ford Explorer Specifications
| Model Year | 2011 | 2008 | |
| Model | Mazda MX-5 Miata | Ford Explorer | |
| Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 158 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 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata
| 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| The first con is the obvious one, and a deal killer for many people. While the FR-S has a barely usable rear seat, the MX-5 Miata has none at all. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review | ||
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata
| 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 2dr Convertible 167-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual RWD |
Seats fit my butt see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |
| 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 2dr Convertible 167-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual RWD |
not for a large peron see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Ford Explorer
| 2008 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review |
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