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Mazda Mazda6 (2008) vs. Fiat 500L (2014) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Mazda Mazda6 and 2014 Fiat 500L specs.

2008 Mazda Mazda6 and 2014 Fiat 500L Specifications

Model Year 2008 2014  
Model Mazda Mazda6 Fiat 500L  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 105.3 in 102.8 in 2.5 in
Length 186.8 in 167.3 in 19.5 in
Width 70.1 in 69.8 in 0.3 in
Height 56.7 in 65.7 in -9 in
Curb Weight 3395 lb. 3203 lb. 192 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.0 gal. 13.2 gal. 4.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.7 in 40.7 in -2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 56.1 in 57.3 in -1.2 in
Hip Room, Row 1 54.7 in 54.9 in -0.2 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.3 in 40.0 in 2.3 in
Headroom, Row 2 36.7 in 38.7 in -2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 54.9 in 54.6 in 0.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2 54.1 in 49.4 in 4.7 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.5 in 36.7 in -0.2 in
Total Legroom 78.8 in (over 2 rows) 76.7 in (over 2 rows) 2.1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 22.0 ft3 22.4 ft3 -0.4 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 58.7 ft3 68.0 ft3 -9.3 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Mazda Mazda6

2008 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Good space for 2 six footers. see full Mazda Mazda6 review
2009 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Being older and larger, the seats are wide enough not to squeeze, or confine me while still supporting me in turns. see full Mazda Mazda6 review
2009 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.7L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
If anybody has any doubts about what is realy the best mid-size family car, just have your teenagers en.joy a few hours in the new 6 see full Mazda Mazda6 review
2009 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Infinate seat positions see full Mazda Mazda6 review
2009 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.7L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
The other big plus is space. I am 6'4" with two sons over six foot tall. Even with me driving, there is enough space behind the drivers seat, and plenty of headroom. For the first time people actually tell me the back seats are comfortable! see full Mazda Mazda6 review
2008 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
not enough to stretch your legs and spread out a bit see full Mazda Mazda6 review
2007 4dr Sedan 156-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
front seat is designed to short for taller people. see full Mazda Mazda6 review
 

TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Fiat 500L

2014 Fiat 500L Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearComment
2014 The front seats in the 500 (no L) aren't my favorite aspect of the car (to put it lightly). Those in the 500L are totally different. They're not luxurious. They're not sporty. But they're firm without being overly firm and the way the seatback angles forward from its midpoint provides excellent mid-back support. A power lumbar adjuster is available, but the tested car lacked this feature and I didn't miss it. The Soul's front seats are flatter, firmer, lacking in lumbar support, and generally much less comfortable. see full Fiat 500L review
2014 Fiat 500L Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
The 500L's rear seat, which slides and reclines, is mounted very high off the floor, and consequently provides better thigh support than most. Slide it all the way back, and legroom is plentiful (if still not as plentiful as in the Kia). But combine the high cushion with the optional panoramic sunroof, and even though I'm only 5-9 my scalp nearly touched the headliner. Anyone who intends to carry people over 5-10 in the back seat best skip the sunroof. Without it the 500L has much more rear headroom. see full Fiat 500L review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Fiat 500L

2014 Fiat 500L Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2014 4dr Hatch turbocharged 160hp 1.4L I4
6-speed automated manual FWD
This isn't a problem for me exactly, but I've noticed other reviewers have mentioned it. The front seats are firm and I've been told that the seat fabric in some of the other models can be a bit slick. It took me a few days to get fully accustomed to the seats and find the position that works best for me. I like the firmness because it gives extra support. It's certainly something you'll want to pay attention to when you test drive it. see full Fiat 500L review
 
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