Model Year | 2006 | 2018 | |
Model | Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan | Mazda Mazda6 | |
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Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Sedan | |
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Wheelbase | 119.3 in | 111.4 in | 7.9 in |
Length | 200.6 in | 191.5 in | 9.1 in |
Width | 78.6 in | 72.4 in | 6.2 in |
Height | 68.9 in | 57.1 in | 11.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4146 lb. | 3240 lb. | 906 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 16.4 gal. | 3.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 38.4 in | 1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 62.9 in | 57.1 in | 5.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.2 in | 56.1 in | 1.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 42.2 in | -1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.1 in | 37.1 in | 2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 64.8 in | 55.5 in | 9.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 67.5 in | 56.1 in | 11.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 38.7 in | 0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.5 in | 0.0 in | 38.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 62.1 in | 0.0 in | 62.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 49.0 in | 0.0 in | 49 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 38.9 in | 0.0 in | 38.9 in |
Total Legroom | 118.5 in (over 3 rows) | 80.9 in (over 2 rows) | 37.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 20.0 ft3 | 14.8 ft3 | 5.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 54.2 ft3 | 14.8 | 39.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 167.9 ft3 | 14.8 ft3 | 153.1 ft3 |
2006 Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Minivan 180-horsepower 3.3L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
The seats in the front are comfortable. My husband has an SUV and I enjoy riding in my car more then in his car. see full Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan review |
2006 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 207-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
I can get up to 2 adults and a child or 3 children, or 2 car seats and one child. The kids really like the rear seat and the middle captian chairs they love to recline and watch a movie. see full Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan review |
2006 | 4dr Minivan 180-horsepower 3.3L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Very roomy! see full Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan review |
2005 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 207-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Seating for seven allows us to travel with family members in one vehicle instead of taking two. see full Dodge Caravan / Grand Caravan review |
2018 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The Mazda6 has one clear disadvantage compared to the Honda Accord: a much less roomy (if comfortable) rear seat. There are at least three more inches of knee room in the back seat of the Honda, a dramatic difference. Mazda redesigned the Mazda6's front seats for 2018, aiming to make them wider and more comfortable. I found them reasonably comfortable, but not exceptional. The side bolsters are on the small side for a car with some sporting pretensions. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2018 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2019 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The Mazda6 has a smaller rear seat, no way around it. That being said, I find it to be more richly appointed than the Legacy's with the same great materials as up-front and cool touches: the USB ports are in the center armrest with a covered storage cubby, and the rear seat heaters are 3-level with controls in the armrest. These touches are reminiscent of very high-end luxury cars and are more convenient locations in general. The Mazda's heated rear seats also seem to be stronger than the Legacy's. --- The seats follow the same theme as the front in both cars- softer/plusher in the Legacy, firmer but well shaped in the Mazda. --- The front seat-backs are more upscale in the Mazda, and the rear seat of the Mazda has ambient lighting in the door pockets (unlike the Legacy). Overall, the rear cabin of the Mazda is snugger but remains comfortable while carrying on the quality and elegance of the front. For space though, the Legacy still grabs a Win here. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |