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Mazda Mazda6 (2011) vs. Ford Explorer (2009) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Mazda Mazda6 and 2009 Ford Explorer specs.

2011 Mazda Mazda6 and 2009 Ford Explorer Specifications

Model Year 2011 2009  
Model Mazda Mazda6 Ford Explorer  
Engine 3.7L V6
DOHC-4v
272 hp@6250
269 lb-ft@4250
4.6L V8
OHC-3v
292 hp@5750
300 lb-ft@3950
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed automatic  
Drivetrain FWD RWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,789 mm 2,888 mm 0 mm
Length 4,920 mm 4,912 mm 0 mm
Width 1,839 mm 1,872 mm 0 mm
Height 1,471 mm 1,849 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,609 kg 2,055 kg -1 kg
Fuel Capacity 70 L 85 L -15 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,001 mm 1,011 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,455 mm 1,499 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,400 mm 1,407 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,080 mm 1,077 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 947 mm 983 mm -36 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,435 mm 1,496 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,420 mm 1,410 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 965 mm 937 mm 28 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 2,045 mm (over 2 rows) 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 470 L 385 L 85 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 16.6 1,243 L 15.6
Cargo Volume, Maximum 16.6 2,370 L 14.6

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Mazda Mazda6

2011 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
2010 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
No back pain 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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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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