Model Year | 2011 | 2006 | |
Model | Ford Explorer | Mazda Mazda6 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6500 255 lb-ft@4000 |
turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@5500 280 lb-ft@3000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.6 in | 105.3 in | 7.3 in |
Length | 197.1 in | 187.8 in | 9.3 in |
Width | 78.9 in | 70.1 in | 8.8 in |
Height | 70.4 in | 57.3 in | 13.1 in |
Curb Weight | 4752 lb. | 3706 lb. | 1046 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.6 gal. | 18.0 gal. | 0.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 38.7 in | 1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.3 in | 56.1 in | 5.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 54.7 in | 2.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 42.3 in | -1.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.5 in | 38.6 in | 1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.0 in | 54.9 in | 6.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.7 in | 54.1 in | 2.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 36.5 in | 3.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.8 in | 0.0 in | 37.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.8 in | 0.0 in | 50.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.7 in | 0.0 in | 40.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 33.2 in | 0.0 in | 33.2 in |
Total Legroom | 113.6 in (over 3 rows) | 78.8 in (over 2 rows) | 34.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 21.0 ft3 | 33.7 ft3 | -12.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.8 ft3 | 33.7 | 10.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.7 ft3 | 60.5 ft3 | 20.2 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2011 Ford Explorer.
2006 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 |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 160-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I can fit three car seats in it. I can put my seat as far back as I need to and most adults can still sit comfortably in the back. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 160-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Large enough for a six foot fiver and still room in the back. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2006 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 |