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Mazda MX-5 Miata (2011) vs. Ford Mustang (2006) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2006 Ford Mustang specs.

2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata and 2006 Ford Mustang Specifications

Model Year 2011 2006  
Model Mazda MX-5 Miata Ford Mustang  
Engine 2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
167 hp@7000
140 lb-ft@5000
4.6L V8
OHC-2v
300 hp@5750
320 lb-ft@4500
 
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

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata

2011 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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 2006 Ford Mustang

2006 Ford Mustang Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 
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