Mazda Mazda3 (2008) vs. Audi A6 / S6 (2010) Specs

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2008 Mazda Mazda3 and 2010 Audi A6 / S6 Specifications

Model Year	2008	2010
Model	Mazda Mazda3	Audi A6 / S6
Engine	turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 263 hp@5500 280 lb-ft@3000	4.2L V8 DOHC-5v 350 hp@6600 325 lb-ft@3500
Transmission	6-speed manual	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	AWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	103.9 in	111.9 in	-8 in
Length	178.3 in	193.5 in	-15.2 in
Width	69.1 in	73.0 in	-3.9 in
Height	57.7 in	57.5 in	0.2 in
Curb Weight	2991 lb.	4211 lb.	-1220 lb.
Fuel Capacity	14.5 gal.	21.1 gal.	-6.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	39.1 in	38.7 in	0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	54.9 in	57.1 in	-2.2 in
Hip Room, Row 1	54.9 in	0.0 in	54.9 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.9 in	41.3 in	0.6 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.4 in	37.8 in	-0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	54.0 in	55.9 in	-1.9 in
Hip Room, Row 2	53.9 in	0.0 in	53.9 in
Legroom, Row 2	36.3 in	36.9 in	-0.6 in
Total Legroom	78.2 in (over 2 rows)	78.2 in (over 2 rows)	0 in
Cargo Volume	11.4 ft³	15.9 ft³	-4.5 ft³

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Mazda Mazda3

2008 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2009	4dr Hatch turbocharged 263hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual FWD	Kids easily able to get in/out of back (4-doors) and often able to take co-workers to lunch (both of which is much more of a hassle with 2-doors). see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2008	4dr Sedan 156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Lots of leg room even with the seat all the way back see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2007	4dr Sedan 156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD	Very sporty seats, excellent lumber support. Seats will ensure that you stay where you are supposed to be, even in tight cornering. After a straight 12hr trip, the seat still feels comfortable. see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2007	4dr Hatch 156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Lots of leg space & head room, and seat adjustments possible. see full Mazda Mazda3 review

2008 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2008	4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Not enough comfort-room for my son (which meant that the Mazda failed the test). see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2008	4dr Hatch turbocharged 263hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual FWD	good for a small child, but i would not want to ride back there for long see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2008	4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Too cramped for an adult see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2008	4dr Hatch 156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Tight and uncomfortable as are most other cars in this class. see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2008	4dr Hatch 156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Well, when the front seats are back, there is little leg room in the back seat -- to be expected in a compact. But, the rear seats are very comfortable and can handle a wider person. see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2007	4dr Hatch 156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	This IS a smaller car. That being said, if the front seats are all the way back, people in the back had better sit Indian-style on the seats. see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2007	4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD	The Mazda 3 has very limited footroom except when the driver is of very small stature.it helps somewhat if you puchsae the model with the height adjustable seat.seat fabric on the none leather models goes bally,and becomes difficult to clean!! see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2007	4dr Hatch 156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD	Rear seats are really small and tight legroom. see full Mazda Mazda3 review

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Audi A6 / S6

2010 Audi A6 / S6 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2011	4dr Sedan supercharged 300hp 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Rear seat room is average, no better. see full Audi A6 / S6 review

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