Model Year | 2012 | 2008 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda6 | Chevrolet Malibu Classic | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 272 hp@6250 269 lb-ft@4250 |
3.5L V6 OHV-2v 219 hp@5900 219 lb-ft@3200 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 106.3 in | 3.5 in |
Length | 193.7 in | 188.3 in | 5.4 in |
Width | 72.4 in | 69.9 in | 2.5 in |
Height | 57.9 in | 57.5 in | 0.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3547 lb. | 3297 lb. | 250 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 16.3 gal. | 2.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 39.6 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 56.7 in | 0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 53.2 in | 1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.5 in | 41.9 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 37.6 in | -0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 56.1 in | 0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 52.4 in | 3.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 38.5 in | -0.5 in |
Total Legroom | 80.5 in (over 2 rows) | 80.4 in (over 2 rows) | 0.1 in |
Cargo Volume | 16.6 ft3 | 15.4 ft3 | 1.2 ft3 |
2012 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
I am six feet tall with a long torso and legs, so I usually have the seat pretty far back. With the front seat in a comfortable position, the rear seats have plenty of leg and head room for adults, even more so for my kids. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2008 Chevrolet Malibu Classic.