| Model Year | 2018 | 2009 | |
| Model | Mazda MX-5 Miata | Ford Explorer | |
| Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 116 kW@6000 201 Nm@4600 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 218 kW@5750 407 Nm@3950 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
| Body | 2dr Coupe | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,309 mm | 2,888 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 3,914 mm | 4,912 mm | -1 mm |
| Width | 1,735 mm | 1,872 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,245 mm | 1,849 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,131 kg | 2,055 kg | -1 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 45 L | 85 L | -40 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 935 mm | 1,011 mm | 934 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,326 mm | 1,499 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,321 mm | 1,407 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,095 mm | 1,077 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 0 mm | 983 mm | -983 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,496 mm | -1 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,410 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 0 mm | 937 mm | -937 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 950 mm | -950 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,349 mm | -1 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,151 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 886 mm | -886 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,095 mm (over 1 row) | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 127 L | 385 L | -258 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 4.5 | 1,243 L | 3.5 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 4.5 | 2,370 L | 2.5 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Mazda MX-5 Miata.
| 2009 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 |