Model Year | 2015 | 2006 | |
Model | Ford Fiesta | Mazda Mazda6 | |
Engine | turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 197 hp@6000 202 lb-ft@2500 |
turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@5500 280 lb-ft@3000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.0 in | 105.3 in | -7.3 in |
Length | 173.6 in | 186.8 in | -13.2 in |
Width | 67.8 in | 70.1 in | -2.3 in |
Height | 58.1 in | 56.7 in | 1.4 in |
Curb Weight | 2783 lb. | 3589 lb. | -806 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.4 gal. | 18.0 gal. | -5.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 38.7 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.7 in | 56.1 in | -3.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.6 in | 54.7 in | -4.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.3 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 37.1 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 49.0 in | 54.9 in | -5.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.2 in | 54.1 in | -4.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 31.2 in | 36.5 in | -5.3 in |
Total Legroom | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | 78.8 in (over 2 rows) | -5.4 in |
Cargo Volume | 12.8 ft3 | 15.2 ft3 | -2.4 ft3 |
2015 Ford Fiesta Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Just as the Ford Fiesta has some clear strengths, it also has some clear weaknesses. Its rear seat, though comfortably positioned well off the floor, is the tightest in the segment. At 5-9, I can barely squeeze behind myself. The Fit's rear seat is far roomier. see full Ford Fiesta review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Ford Fiesta.
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 |