Model Year | 2010 | 2012 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda6 | Ford Escape | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 272 hp@6250 269 lb-ft@4250 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6550 223 lb-ft@4300 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 103.1 in | 6.7 in |
Length | 193.7 in | 174.7 in | 19 in |
Width | 72.4 in | 71.1 in | 1.3 in |
Height | 57.9 in | 67.7 in | -9.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3547 lb. | 3369 lb. | 178 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 16.5 gal. | 2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 40.4 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 56.6 in | 0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 53.3 in | 1.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.5 in | 41.6 in | 0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 39.2 in | -1.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 55.9 in | 0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 49.1 in | 6.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 35.6 in | 2.4 in |
Total Legroom | 80.5 in (over 2 rows) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 3.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.6 ft3 | 29.2 ft3 | -12.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.6 ft3 | 66.3 ft3 | -49.7 ft3 |
2010 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
No back pain see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
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 |
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 |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Infinate seat positions 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 |
Good space for 2 six footers. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2010 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2012 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Front seats are comfortable AFTER removing headrests and re-installing them backwards. see full Ford Escape review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
Wide bench seat with no humps. Middle passenger has good leg room where many other vehicles have a large hump to straddle. see full Ford Escape review |
2012 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
It's a tad bit tight in the drivers seat. I have to postion the seat just right to avoid hitting my right knee on the center console, and I frequently hit the light switch when getting out. I'm only 5'9", so not that large of a person. see full Ford Escape review |