Honda Pilot (2012) vs. Mazda Mazda6 (2020) Specs

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2012 Honda Pilot and 2020 Mazda Mazda6 Specifications

Model Year	2012	2020
Model	Honda Pilot	Mazda Mazda6
Engine	3.5L V6 OHC-4v 250 hp@5700 253 lb-ft@4800	turbocharged 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5000 320 lb-ft@2500
Transmission	5-speed automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	4dr SUV	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	109.2 in	111.4 in	-2.2 in
Length	191.4 in	191.5 in	-0.1 in
Width	78.5 in	72.4 in	6.1 in
Height	71.0 in	57.1 in	13.9 in
Curb Weight	4299 lb.	3580 lb.	719 lb.
Fuel Capacity	21.0 gal.	16.4 gal.	4.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	40.0 in	38.4 in	1.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	61.5 in	57.1 in	4.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1	58.6 in	56.1 in	2.5 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.4 in	42.2 in	-0.8 in
Headroom, Row 2	39.8 in	37.1 in	2.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	62.2 in	55.5 in	6.7 in
Hip Room, Row 2	56.9 in	56.1 in	0.8 in
Legroom, Row 2	38.5 in	38.7 in	-0.2 in
Headroom, Row 3	38.2 in	0.0 in	38.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	58.9 in	0.0 in	58.9 in
Hip Room, Row 3	48.4 in	0.0 in	48.4 in
Legroom, Row 3	32.1 in	0.0 in	32.1 in
Total Legroom	112 in (over 3 rows)	80.9 in (over 2 rows)	31.1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	18.0 ft³	14.8 ft³	3.2 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	47.7 ft³	14.8	32.9 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	87.0 ft³	14.8 ft³	72.2 ft³

2012 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2012	4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	This is a very comfortable vehicle for long road trips. The seats are spacious, supportive, and the driving position is good. see full Honda Pilot review
2011	4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	Very comfortable rear seats and climate controls, even for tall people. see full Honda Pilot review
2011	4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	Roomy and very adjustable. see full Honda Pilot review

2012 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2012	4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	The front seat did not go back far enough for a very tall person, headroom was good, head rest pushes your head forward which is horrible. Passenger seat has a glove box near ankles which hits your shins. I guess they used midgets to design the car. see full Honda Pilot review
2012	4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	I actually thought the limited edition of the pilot had a nice leather seats and I liked the position of the video screen. The only part that bothered me was access to the third row was circus like. see full Honda Pilot review
2011	4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD	This seat was not made for long distance driving. The armrest on the door feels cushy, but after a couple of hours your elbow is pretty much on hard plastic. see full Honda Pilot review

2020 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2019	4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	The Mazda6 has a smaller rear seat, no way around it. That being said, I find it to be more richly appointed than the Legacy's with the same great materials as up-front and cool touches: the USB ports are in the center armrest with a covered storage cubby, and the rear seat heaters are 3-level with controls in the armrest. These touches are reminiscent of very high-end luxury cars and are more convenient locations in general. The Mazda's heated rear seats also seem to be stronger than the Legacy's. --- The seats follow the same theme as the front in both cars- softer/plusher in the Legacy, firmer but well shaped in the Mazda. --- The front seat-backs are more upscale in the Mazda, and the rear seat of the Mazda has ambient lighting in the door pockets (unlike the Legacy). Overall, the rear cabin of the Mazda is snugger but remains comfortable while carrying on the quality and elegance of the front. For space though, the Legacy still grabs a Win here. see full Mazda Mazda6 review

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