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2006 Ford Escape and 2008 Mazda Mazda6 Specifications
| Model Year | 2006 | 2008 | |
| Model | Ford Escape | Mazda Mazda6 | |
| Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 200 hp@6000 193 lb-ft@4850 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 212 hp@6000 197 lb-ft@5000 |
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| Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.2 in | 105.3 in | -2.1 in |
| Length | 174.9 in | 186.8 in | -11.9 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 70.1 in | 0 in |
| Height | 69.7 in | 56.7 in | 13 in |
| Curb Weight | 3276 lb. | 3455 lb. | -179 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.5 gal. | 18.0 gal. | -1.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 38.7 in | 1.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.3 in | 56.1 in | 0.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 54.7 in | -1.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 42.3 in | -0.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 36.7 in | 2.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 54.9 in | 1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.1 in | 54.1 in | -5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 36.5 in | -0.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 78.8 in (over 2 rows) | -1.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.3 ft3 | 22.0 ft3 | 7.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.3 ft3 | 58.7 ft3 | 7.6 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Ford Escape
| 2006 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr SUV 133-horsepower 2.3L I4 Hybrid CVT FWD |
Roomy. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I was able to put an adult and my two small children in car seats in the rear. I have been able to take my family of four, with luggage, on road trips. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
Leather heated seat is supportive on a longer drive. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
this is very important, i have three teenagers. see full Ford Escape review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Mazda Mazda6
| 2008 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good space for 2 six footers. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Being older and larger, the seats are wide enough not to squeeze, or confine me while still supporting me in turns. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
If anybody has any doubts about what is realy the best mid-size family car, just have your teenagers en.joy a few hours in the new 6 see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Infinate seat positions see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The other big plus is space. I am 6'4" with two sons over six foot tall. Even with me driving, there is enough space behind the drivers seat, and plenty of headroom. For the first time people actually tell me the back seats are comfortable! see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
| 2008 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
not enough to stretch your legs and spread out a bit see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
front seat is designed to short for taller people. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
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