Model Year | 2006 | 2015 | |
Model | Mazda MX-5 Miata | Ford Taurus | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 170 hp@6500 140 lb-ft@5000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 288 hp@6500 254 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Convertible | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 91.7 in | 112.9 in | -21.2 in |
Length | 157.3 in | 202.9 in | -45.6 in |
Width | 67.7 in | 76.2 in | -8.5 in |
Height | 49.0 in | 60.7 in | -11.7 in |
Curb Weight | 2441 lb. | 4196 lb. | -1755 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.7 gal. | 20.0 gal. | -7.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 37.4 in | 39.0 in | -1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 57.9 in | -4.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.6 in | 56.3 in | -5.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 43.1 in | 41.9 in | 1.2 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 | 55.8 in | -55.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 38.1 in | -38.1 in |
Total Legroom | 43.1 in (over 1 rows) | 80 in (over 2 rows) | -36.9 in |
Cargo Volume | 5.3 ft3 | 20.1 ft3 | -14.8 ft3 |
2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2005 | 2dr Convertible turbocharged 178hp 1.8L I4 6-speed manual RWD |
There is no backseat, but this is a SPORTS CAR! see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Ford Taurus.