Mazda MX-5 Miata (2008) vs. Ford Focus (2012) Specs
How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2012 Ford Focus specs .
2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2012 Ford Focus Specifications
Model Year
2008
2012
Model
Mazda MX-5 Miata
Ford Focus
Engine
Transmission
Drivetrain
Body
2dr Convertible
4dr Sedan
Difference
Wheelbase
91.7 in
104.3 in
-12.6 in
Length
157.3 in
178.5 in
-21.2 in
Width
67.7 in
71.8 in
-4.1 in
Height
49.0 in
57.7 in
-8.7 in
Curb Weight
2441 lb.
2907 lb.
-466 lb.
Fuel Capacity
12.7 gal.
12.4 gal.
0.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1
37.4 in
38.3 in
-0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1
53.2 in
55.6 in
-2.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1
50.6 in
53.9 in
-3.3 in
Legroom, Row 1
43.1 in
41.9 in
1.2 in
Headroom, Row 2
0.0 in
38.0 in
-38 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2
0.0 in
53.7 in
-53.7 in
Hip Room, Row 2
0.0 in
52.7 in
-52.7 in
Legroom, Row 2
0.0 in
33.2 in
-33.2 in
Total Legroom
43.1 in (over 1 rows)
75.1 in (over 2 rows)
-32 in
Cargo Volume
5.3 ft3
13.2 ft3
-7.9 ft3
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Mazda MX-5 Miata
2008 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
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Ford Focus
2012 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year Comment
Like other recently designed Fords, the Focus has a tighter rear seat than most competitors. At 5-9, I can sit behind myself with perhaps an inch to spare.
see full Ford Focus review
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Ford Focus
2012 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year Body/Powertrain Comment
2012
4dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD
Driver seat cushion very uncomfortable after 30 minutes; feels like no cushion in seat
see full Ford Focus review
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