Model Year | 2009 | 2007 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Mazda Mazda6 | |
Engine | 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 218 kW@5750 407 Nm@3950 |
turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 201 kW@5500 380 Nm@3000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,888 mm | 2,675 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,912 mm | 4,770 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,872 mm | 1,781 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,849 mm | 1,455 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,135 kg | 1,681 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 85 L | 68 L | 17 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,011 mm | 983 mm | -982 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,499 mm | 1,425 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,407 mm | 1,389 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,077 mm | 1,074 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 983 mm | 980 mm | 3 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,496 mm | 1,394 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,410 mm | 1,374 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 937 mm | 927 mm | 10 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 950 mm | 0 mm | 950 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,349 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,151 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 886 mm | 0 mm | 886 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,002 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 385 L | 954 L | -569 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,243 L | 33.7 | -32.7 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,370 L | 1,713 L | 1 L |
2009 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review |
2007 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual AWD |
It took a while for me to adjust the seat properly, but after I did, I have to say the seating position and comfort rivaled many European sedans I have driven. I was not used to this level of comfort from an Asian-designed automobile. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2007 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual AWD |
For short trips the Speed6 is fine. Longer than 2 hours in the car kills my back. Maybe the seats are cheaper in the Sport vs. the GT. Fortunately I've only taken 1 or 2 very long trips in it. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual AWD |
Too small for adults. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |