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2006 Mazda Mazda6 and 2009 Ford Explorer Specifications
| Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
| Model | Mazda Mazda6 | Ford Explorer | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@5500 280 lb-ft@3000 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 105.3 in | 113.7 in | -8.4 in |
| Length | 187.8 in | 193.4 in | -5.6 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 73.7 in | -3.6 in |
| Height | 57.3 in | 72.8 in | -15.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 3706 lb. | 4531 lb. | -825 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -4.5 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 39.8 in | -1.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 59.0 in | -2.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 55.4 in | -0.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 42.4 in | -0.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 38.7 in | -0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 58.9 in | -4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 55.5 in | -1.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 36.9 in | -0.4 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.4 in | -37.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.1 in | -53.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 45.3 in | -45.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 34.9 in | -34.9 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.8 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -35.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.7 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | 20.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 33.7 | 43.9 ft3 | -10.2 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 60.5 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -23.2 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Mazda Mazda6
| 2006 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual AWD |
It took a while for me to adjust the seat properly, but after I did, I have to say the seating position and comfort rivaled many European sedans I have driven. I was not used to this level of comfort from an Asian-designed automobile. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan 160-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I can fit three car seats in it. I can put my seat as far back as I need to and most adults can still sit comfortably in the back. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
| 2005 | 4dr Sedan 160-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Large enough for a six foot fiver and still room in the back. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
| 2006 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual AWD |
For short trips the Speed6 is fine. Longer than 2 hours in the car kills my back. Maybe the seats are cheaper in the Sport vs. the GT. Fortunately I've only taken 1 or 2 very long trips in it. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual AWD |
Too small for adults. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Ford Explorer
| 2009 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review |
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