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 | 2,675 mm | 2,888 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,770 mm | 4,912 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,781 mm | 1,872 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,455 mm | 1,849 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,681 kg | 2,055 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 68 L | 85 L | -17 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 983 mm | 1,011 mm | 982 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,425 mm | 1,499 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,389 mm | 1,407 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,074 mm | 1,077 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 980 mm | 983 mm | -3 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,394 mm | 1,496 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,374 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 927 mm | 937 mm | -10 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 950 mm | -950 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,349 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,151 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 886 mm | -886 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,002 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 954 L | 385 L | 569 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 33.7 | 1,243 L | 32.7 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,713 L | 2,370 L | -1 L |
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 |
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 |