| Model Year | 2007 | 2006 | |
| Model | Mazda MX-5 Miata | Ford Mustang | |
| Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 166 hp@6700 140 lb-ft@5000 |
4.6L V8 OHC-2v 300 hp@5750 320 lb-ft@4500 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed manual | 5-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | RWD | |
| Body | 2dr Convertible | 2dr Convertible | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 91.7 in | 107.1 in | -15.4 in |
| Length | 157.3 in | 187.6 in | -30.3 in |
| Width | 67.7 in | 73.9 in | -6.2 in |
| Height | 49.0 in | 55.7 in | -6.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 2441 lb. | 3628 lb. | -1187 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 12.7 gal. | 16.0 gal. | -3.3 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 37.4 in | 38.8 in | -1.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 55.4 in | -2.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.6 in | 53.6 in | -3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 43.1 in | 42.7 in | 0.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 36.3 in | -36.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 45.0 in | -45 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 45.2 in | -45.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 30.3 in | -30.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 43.1 in (over 1 rows) | 73 in (over 2 rows) | -29.9 in |
| Cargo Volume | 5.3 ft3 | 9.7 ft3 | -4.4 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 Mustang Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 2dr Convertible 300-horsepower 4.6L V8 5-speed automatic RWD |
seat is comfortable can be adjusted to suit your choice of position all controls are within easy reach see full Ford Mustang review |
| 2005 | 2dr Convertible 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Driving position is very flexible, all the controls are within reach and easy to use. see full Ford Mustang review |
| 2005 | 2dr Coupe 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Plenty of leg room for tall people like me. see full Ford Mustang review |
| 2006 Ford Mustang Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 2dr Coupe 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed manual RWD |
While our present government may blow off the standards & principles of the Geneva Convention, I still find them worthy enough to abide. Mustang rear seats are in clear violation. see full Ford Mustang review |
| 2005 | 2dr Coupe 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed manual RWD |
The Mustang is a cool car, but nowhere near as comfortable see full Ford Mustang review |
| 2005 | 2dr Coupe 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed manual RWD |
Not much room in the back of a Mustang... see full Ford Mustang review |
| 2005 | 2dr Coupe 300-horsepower 4.6L V8 5-speed manual RWD |
Rear seat is small for adults. see full Ford Mustang review |
| 2005 | 2dr Convertible 300-horsepower 4.6L V8 5-speed automatic RWD |
Rear seat is for kids. see full Ford Mustang review |
| 2005 | 2dr Convertible 300-horsepower 4.6L V8 5-speed automatic RWD |
Rear seats in name only. No real passenger room see full Ford Mustang review |