Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda6 | Audi A3 | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 272 hp@6250 269 lb-ft@4250 |
3.2L V6 DOHC-4v 250 hp@6300 236 lb-ft@2800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 101.5 in | 8.3 in |
Length | 193.7 in | 168.7 in | 25 in |
Width | 72.4 in | 69.5 in | 2.9 in |
Height | 57.9 in | 56.0 in | 1.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3547 lb. | 3660 lb. | -113 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 15.0 gal. | 3.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 38.1 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 54.3 in | 3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 0.0 in | 55.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.5 in | 41.2 in | 1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 36.9 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 52.8 in | 3.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 0.0 in | 55.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 34.8 in | 3.2 in |
Total Legroom | 80.5 in (over 2 rows) | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 4.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.6 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 3.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.6 ft3 | 54.6 ft3 | -38 ft3 |
2011 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
No back pain see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2009 Audi A3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
A lot less leg room when compared to the GTI, but the rear hatch space is bigger. see full Audi A3 review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Really just a 4 place vehicle...3 across in the rear is not comfortably possible. see full Audi A3 review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 200hp 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Slightly too close to each other in arm room. see full Audi A3 review |