Hyundai Veloster (2014) vs. Mazda Mazda6 (2007) Specs

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2014 Hyundai Veloster and 2007 Mazda Mazda6 Specifications

Model Year	2014	2007
Model	Hyundai Veloster	Mazda Mazda6
Engine	turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1750	turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 270 hp@5500 280 lb-ft@3000
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed manual
Drivetrain	FWD	AWD
Body	Hatch	4dr Hatch
			Difference
Wheelbase	104.3 in	105.3 in	-1 in
Length	166.1 in	186.8 in	-20.7 in
Width	70.5 in	70.1 in	0.4 in
Height	55.1 in	56.7 in	-1.6 in
Curb Weight	2888 lb.	3697 lb.	-809 lb.
Fuel Capacity	13.2 gal.	18.0 gal.	-4.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.0 in	38.7 in	0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	55.6 in	56.1 in	-0.5 in
Hip Room, Row 1	53.2 in	54.7 in	-1.5 in
Legroom, Row 1	43.9 in	42.3 in	1.6 in
Headroom, Row 2	35.3 in	36.7 in	-1.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	54.0 in	54.9 in	-0.9 in
Hip Room, Row 2	52.6 in	54.1 in	-1.5 in
Legroom, Row 2	31.7 in	36.5 in	-4.8 in
Total Legroom	75.6 in (over 2 rows)	78.8 in (over 2 rows)	-3.2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	15.5 ft³	22.0 ft³	-6.5 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	34.7 ft³	58.7 ft³	-24 ft³

2014 Hyundai Veloster Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2013	Okay, adults won't want to spend a long road trip in the back seat of a Veloster. But given the car's sleek styling and tidy exterior dimensions, there's a surprising amount of room back there. Not only is the third door justified, but a fourth portal would also be welcome. As is, whoever sits in the left rear seat has no easy way to get to it. Between the lack of a fourth door and the presence of a low console where a fifth person might otherwise sit, it's as if they want people who regularly tote kids to get an Elantra GT. Which, sadly, isn't offered with a 201-horsepower engine. see full Hyundai Veloster review

2014 Hyundai Veloster Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2015	3dr Hatch 132-horsepower 1.6L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD	The Veloster is setup like a sports car - stiff suspension, low riding height, and sport seats designed to keep you in place. What this car is not is comfortable. At all. There is almost no back support, and little coushining. On a long trip, it will be PAIN. On roads trampled on by dinosaurs, it will be PAIN. The interior accents also get in the way of resting your legs on anything, so you have to just deal with the space provided, which isn't much. This car is just big enough, and not a milimeter more. see full Hyundai Veloster 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

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