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2012 Mazda Mazda6 and 2006 Ford Explorer Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2006 | |
| 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 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 113.7 in | -3.9 in |
| Length | 193.7 in | 193.4 in | 0.3 in |
| Width | 72.4 in | 73.7 in | -1.3 in |
| Height | 57.9 in | 72.8 in | -14.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 3547 lb. | 4531 lb. | -984 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 22.5 gal. | -4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 39.8 in | -0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 59.0 in | -1.7 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 55.4 in | -0.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.5 in | 42.4 in | 0.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 38.7 in | -1.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 58.9 in | -2.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 55.5 in | 0.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 36.9 in | 1.1 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 | 80.5 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -33.7 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.6 ft3 | 13.6 ft3 | 3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 16.6 | 43.9 ft3 | -27.3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.6 ft3 | 83.7 ft3 | -67.1 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Mazda Mazda6
| 2012 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
I am six feet tall with a long torso and legs, so I usually have the seat pretty far back. With the front seat in a comfortable position, the rear seats have plenty of leg and head room for adults, even more so for my kids. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Ford Explorer
| 2006 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Lots of room. Great even in the 3rd rear bench see full Ford Explorer review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Plenty of leg room see full Ford Explorer review |
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