Model Year | 2017 | 2016 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda6 | Chevrolet Traverse | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 184 hp@5700 185 lb-ft@3250 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 281 hp@6300 266 lb-ft@3400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.4 in | 118.9 in | -7.5 in |
Length | 191.5 in | 203.7 in | -12.2 in |
Width | 72.4 in | 78.5 in | -6.1 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 69.9 in | -12.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3250 lb. | 4646 lb. | -1396 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gal. | 22.0 gal. | -5.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 40.4 in | -2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 61.5 in | -4.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 58.0 in | -1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 41.3 in | 0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 39.4 in | -2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 61.0 in | -5.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 57.8 in | -1.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 36.8 in | 1.9 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.8 in | -37.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 57.6 in | -57.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.3 in | -48.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.2 in | -33.2 in |
Total Legroom | 80.9 in (over 2 rows) | 111.3 in (over 3 rows) | -30.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.8 ft3 | 24.4 ft3 | -9.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 14.8 | 70.3 ft3 | -55.5 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.8 ft3 | 116.3 ft3 | -101.5 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 |
2016 Chevrolet Traverse Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2016 | 4dr SUV 281-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
I bought this vehicle to be able to transport my grandchildren back and forth between New Jersey and Ohio. I have the 2LT version with four captains chairs and really enjoy the convienence of not having to move a middle row seat to allow one of them to get into the "way back". Having three kids jammed together in a middle seat for an 8 hour drive is courting disaster--that's why I needed that third seat. Everyone has plenty of space. Normally I find any drive over 4 hours a bit uncomfortable but the seat and driver's position was very relaxing and comfortable. This particular vehicle has the most room for storage behind the third seat than any in its class. It is only beat by minivans and they just aren't my kind of vehicle. see full Chevrolet Traverse review |