Lexus ES (2009) vs. Mazda Mazda6 (2018) Specs

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2009 Lexus ES and 2018 Mazda Mazda6 Specifications

Model Year	2009	2018
Model	Lexus ES	Mazda Mazda6
Engine	3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 272 hp@6200 254 lb-ft@4700	turbocharged 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5000 310 lb-ft@2000
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	109.3 in	111.4 in	-2.1 in
Length	191.1 in	191.5 in	-0.4 in
Width	71.1 in	72.4 in	-1.3 in
Height	57.1 in	57.1 in	0 in
Curb Weight	3580 lb.	3560 lb.	20 lb.
Fuel Capacity	18.5 gal.	16.4 gal.	2.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	37.4 in	38.4 in	-1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	57.3 in	57.1 in	0.2 in
Hip Room, Row 1	55.9 in	56.1 in	-0.2 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.2 in	42.2 in	0 in
Headroom, Row 2	36.8 in	37.1 in	-0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	56.3 in	55.5 in	0.8 in
Hip Room, Row 2	52.8 in	56.1 in	-3.3 in
Legroom, Row 2	35.9 in	38.7 in	-2.8 in
Total Legroom	78.1 in (over 2 rows)	80.9 in (over 2 rows)	-2.8 in
Cargo Volume	14.7 ft³	14.8 ft³	-0.1 ft³

2009 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2008	4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Similar to the front seats, super comfortable and soft. A lot of leg room with an average-sized driver + passenger up front. Rear moonroof gives off the feel of a huge ceiling. see full Lexus ES review

2009 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2010	4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Not very supportive. Felt like a hollowed out barrel. Only support was on the outside edges. see full Lexus ES review
2008	4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	the seams in a seat should run front to rear vs. left to right this would make the seat more comfortable. the Toyota Camry leather seats are definitely more comparable... I think Lexis wanted a sportier looking seat but sacrificed comfort in doing see full Lexus ES review
2008	4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	There is simply not enough legroom and three passengers will probably feel very cramped in the back as well. see full Lexus ES review

2018 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	The Mazda6 has one clear disadvantage compared to the Honda Accord: a much less roomy (if comfortable) rear seat. There are at least three more inches of knee room in the back seat of the Honda, a dramatic difference. Mazda redesigned the Mazda6's front seats for 2018, aiming to make them wider and more comfortable. I found them reasonably comfortable, but not exceptional. The side bolsters are on the small side for a car with some sporting pretensions. see full Mazda Mazda6 review

2018 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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