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2017 Ford Explorer and 2008 Mazda Mazda6 Specifications
| Model Year | 2017 | 2008 | |
| Model | Ford Explorer | Mazda Mazda6 | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6500 255 lb-ft@4000 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 212 hp@6000 197 lb-ft@5000 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,860 mm | 2,675 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 5,037 mm | 4,745 mm | 1 mm |
| Width | 2,004 mm | 1,781 mm | 1 mm |
| Height | 1,778 mm | 1,440 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 2,022 kg | 1,540 kg | 1 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 68 L | 2 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,052 mm | 983 mm | -982 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,562 mm | 1,425 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,455 mm | 1,389 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,031 mm | 1,074 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 1,031 mm | 932 mm | -931 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,549 mm | 1,394 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,443 mm | 1,374 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 1,003 mm | 927 mm | -926 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 960 mm | 0 mm | 960 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,290 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,034 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 846 mm | 0 mm | 846 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,880 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,002 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 595 L | 623 L | -28 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,243 L | 22.0 | -21 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,313 L | 1,662 L | 1 L |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2017 Ford Explorer
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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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