Model Year | 2014 | 2010 | |
Model | Kia Sorento | Mazda Mazda6 | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6400 252 lb-ft@5200 |
3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 272 hp@6250 269 lb-ft@4250 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,789 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,684 mm | 4,920 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,885 mm | 1,839 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,699 mm | 1,471 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,688 kg | 1,609 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 66 L | 70 L | -4 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 996 mm | 1,001 mm | 995 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,506 mm | 1,455 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,430 mm | 1,400 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,049 mm | 1,080 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 996 mm | 947 mm | 49 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,491 mm | 1,435 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,420 mm | 1,420 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 965 mm | -10 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 932 mm | 0 mm | 932 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,367 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,128 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 795 mm | 0 mm | 795 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,799 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,045 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 258 L | 470 L | -212 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,045 L | 16.6 | -15.6 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,053 L | 16.6 | -14.6 L |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Kia Sorento.
2010 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
No back pain see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
seats are medicore but with good additional seat support back does not hurt after long drive. 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 |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Infinate seat positions 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 |
Good space for 2 six footers. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2010 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 |