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2018 Kia Cadenza and 2007 Mazda Mazda6 Specifications
| Model Year | 2018 | 2007 | |
| Model | Kia Cadenza | Mazda Mazda6 | |
| Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6400 253 lb-ft@5200 |
turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 270 hp@5500 280 lb-ft@3000 |
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| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 112.4 in | 105.3 in | 7.1 in |
| Length | 195.7 in | 186.8 in | 8.9 in |
| Width | 73.6 in | 70.1 in | 3.5 in |
| Height | 57.9 in | 56.7 in | 1.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3633 lb. | 3589 lb. | 44 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 18.0 gal. | 0.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.2 in | 38.7 in | 1.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 56.1 in | 2.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.5 in | 54.7 in | 1.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 45.5 in | 42.3 in | 3.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.9 in | 37.1 in | 0.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 54.9 in | 1.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 54.1 in | 2.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 36.5 in | 0.7 in |
| Total Legroom | 82.7 in (over 2 rows) | 78.8 in (over 2 rows) | 3.9 in |
| Cargo Volume | 16.0 ft3 | 15.2 ft3 | 0.8 ft3 |
TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2018 Kia Cadenza
| 2018 Kia Cadenza Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Comment | |
| 2017 | Due to its shorter greenhouse and taller, more intrusive center console, the Buick's front row doesn't feel nearly as roomy as the Kia's, or even as roomy as the related Chevrolet Malibu's. Large sedans aren't what they used to be. While in the past they were both longer and wider than midsize sedans, these days they more often than not share platforms with the latter, and thus are not significantly wider, only longer. Even in the official specs the LaCrosse has nearly an inch less front shoulder room than the "smaller" Malibu. Likewise, the Cadenza's front row dimensions are within fractions of an inch of the Optima's. If you're seeking more front seat room than in a midsize sedan, you won't find it in these cars. To be fair, midsize sedans have grown. Both the Cadenza and LaCrosse have comfortable front seats, with the Buick's cushion perhaps slightly cushier. Take a turn aggressively, though, and you're much more likely to slide off the Buick's non-bucket, as it provides hardly any lateral support. The Cadenza's bolsters are more effective. The payoff for the additional size of these largish sedans can be found in the back seat, where each offers about two inches more legroom than its junior partner. On paper, the Kia Cadenza offers only slightly more total legroom than the Buick LaCrosse. In reality, it offers much more. With the front seat positioned for my 30-inch inseam (I'm not long of leg), I had about ten inches of knee room in the Kia's back seat. The Kia's rear seat cushion is also a little more supportive and comfortable than the Buick's. Not so good: in both cars there's not enough space under the front seats for the rear seat passengers' feet, essentially robbing them of about a half-foot of legroom. This design flaw is more the rule than the exception in upscale sedans. Still, it's not right. see full Kia Cadenza review | |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2018 Kia Cadenza
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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Mazda Mazda6
| 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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