Model Year | 2017 | 2008 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda6 | Chevrolet Avalanche | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 184 hp@5700 185 lb-ft@3250 |
6.0L V8 OHV-2v 366 hp@5500 380 lb-ft@4300 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUT | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.4 in | 130.0 in | -18.6 in |
Length | 191.5 in | 221.3 in | -29.8 in |
Width | 72.4 in | 79.1 in | -6.7 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 76.6 in | -19.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3250 lb. | 5842 lb. | -2592 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gal. | 31.0 gal. | -14.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 41.1 in | -2.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 65.3 in | -8.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 64.4 in | -8.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.3 in | 0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 40.0 in | -2.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 65.2 in | -9.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 62.3 in | -6.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 39.1 in | -0.4 in |
Total Legroom | 80.9 in (over 2 rows) | 80.4 in (over 2 rows) | 0.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.8 ft3 | 45.5 ft3 | -30.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.8 ft3 | 101.1 ft3 | -86.3 ft3 |
2017 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 |
2017 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2016 | 4dr Sedan 143-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Why doesn't this vehicle have heated front seats (they only cost a tenner or so at manufacturing time) and why doesn't it have electric front seats with memory (it is particularly annoying to have to try and reset the seat after the garage has had the car and adjusted it to their liking)! Again electric front seats don;t really cost anything much to build in. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2008 Chevrolet Avalanche Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUT 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD |
The interior is basically a Tahoe and even with 5 people, the truck is comfortable. Rear AC and headphone jacks help too. see full Chevrolet Avalanche review |
2007 | 4dr SUT 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Plenty of room for 3 adults, even with a tall adult in the middle seat. see full Chevrolet Avalanche review |