Model Year | 2006 | 2013 | |
Model | Chrysler 300 | Mazda Mazda6 | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 120.0 in | 109.8 in | 10.2 in |
Length | 196.8 in | 193.7 in | 3.1 in |
Width | 74.1 in | 72.4 in | 1.7 in |
Height | 58.4 in | 57.9 in | 0.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3712 lb. | 3258 lb. | 454 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 39.4 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.4 in | 57.3 in | 2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 55.1 in | 0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 42.5 in | -0.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 37.3 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.7 in | 56.5 in | 1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 55.9 in | 0 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 40.2 in | 38.0 in | 2.2 in |
Total Legroom | 82 in (over 2 rows) | 80.5 in (over 2 rows) | 1.5 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.6 ft3 | 16.6 ft3 | -1 ft3 |
2006 Chrysler 300 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Lots of room in the front, heated front seats and a nice comfy seat. Just returned from a 7 hour trip in the car and not once did i feel uncomfortable. see full Chrysler 300 review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 340-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
we have big friends, more leg than most other cars in its size see full Chrysler 300 review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 340-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
The adjustable seats fit anyone. see full Chrysler 300 review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 340-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
I can adjust the seat to just about any position to be comfortable. I have taken 4-hour nonstop drives and remained comfortable to the end. see full Chrysler 300 review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 340-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
It was a very comfortable ride. see full Chrysler 300 review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 340-horsepower 5.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Lots of leg room, comfortable seats. see full Chrysler 300 review |
2006 Chrysler 300 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Stiff and firm. see full Chrysler 300 review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Seat cushion provided little support. see full Chrysler 300 review |
2013 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
This one, again borrowed from the earlier review, won't be an issue with most potential buyers: The Mazda6's svelte, athletically proportioned body comes at a typical price: rear seat room, as in the Ford Fusion, is merely adequate. Sitting behind my 5-9 self, my knees and head have only an inch or two of clearance, my shins none. Among major competitors, only the Chevrolet Malibu has a tighter rear seat. To carve out even this much room beneath the plunging rear roofline the new Mazda6's rear seat cushion is slightly undersized and positioned too low. That in the Fusion is more supportive. A deal killer? Unless space for large adults is a priority, no. If, on the other hand, space for large adults is a priority, then the Honda Accord and VW Passat are better bets. Even for small passengers, the Mazda6 Sport's rear seat has a key shortcoming. Unlike in the Touring and Grand Touring, there's no rear air vent to help cool the aft cabin in the summer. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2013 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
I am six feet tall with a long torso and legs, so I usually have the seat pretty far back. With the front seat in a comfortable position, the rear seats have plenty of leg and head room for adults, even more so for my kids. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |