| Model Year | 2008 | 2020 | |
| Model | Mazda MX-5 Miata | Ford Fusion | |
| Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 158 hp@6700 140 lb-ft@5000 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 245 hp@5500 275 lb-ft@3000 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 91.7 in | 112.2 in | -20.5 in |
| Length | 157.3 in | 191.7 in | -34.4 in |
| Width | 67.7 in | 72.9 in | -5.2 in |
| Height | 49.0 in | 58.1 in | -9.1 in |
| Curb Weight | 2527 lb. | 3708 lb. | -1181 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 12.7 gal. | 16.5 gal. | -3.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.4 in | 39.2 in | -1.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 57.8 in | -4.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.6 in | 55.0 in | -4.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.1 in | 41.8 in | 1.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 37.8 in | -37.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 56.9 in | -56.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 54.4 in | -54.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 38.3 in | -38.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 43.1 in (over 1 rows) | 80.1 in (over 2 rows) | -37 in |
| Cargo Volume | 5.3 ft3 | 16.0 ft3 | -10.7 ft3 |
| 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2020 Ford Fusion.