Model Year | 2011 | 2006 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda6 | Ford Mustang | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 272 hp@6250 269 lb-ft@4250 |
4.6L V8 OHC-2v 300 hp@5750 320 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 107.1 in | 2.7 in |
Length | 193.7 in | 187.6 in | 6.1 in |
Width | 72.4 in | 73.9 in | -1.5 in |
Height | 57.9 in | 55.4 in | 2.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3547 lb. | 3525 lb. | 22 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 16.0 gal. | 2.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 38.6 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 55.4 in | 1.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 53.6 in | 1.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.5 in | 42.7 in | -0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 34.7 in | 2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 53.4 in | 3.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 46.8 in | 9.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 30.3 in | 7.7 in |
Total Legroom | 80.5 in (over 2 rows) | 73 in (over 2 rows) | 7.5 in |
Cargo Volume | 16.6 ft3 | 13.1 ft3 | 3.5 ft3 |
2011 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2006 Ford Mustang Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 2dr Convertible 300-horsepower 4.6L V8 5-speed automatic RWD |
seat is comfortable can be adjusted to suit your choice of position all controls are within easy reach see full Ford Mustang review |
2005 | 2dr Convertible 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Driving position is very flexible, all the controls are within reach and easy to use. see full Ford Mustang review |
2005 | 2dr Coupe 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Plenty of leg room for tall people like me. see full Ford Mustang review |
2006 Ford Mustang Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Coupe 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed manual RWD |
While our present government may blow off the standards & principles of the Geneva Convention, I still find them worthy enough to abide. Mustang rear seats are in clear violation. see full Ford Mustang review |
2005 | 2dr Coupe 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed manual RWD |
The Mustang is a cool car, but nowhere near as comfortable see full Ford Mustang review |
2005 | 2dr Coupe 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed manual RWD |
Not much room in the back of a Mustang... see full Ford Mustang review |
2005 | 2dr Coupe 300-horsepower 4.6L V8 5-speed manual RWD |
Rear seat is small for adults. see full Ford Mustang review |
2005 | 2dr Convertible 300-horsepower 4.6L V8 5-speed automatic RWD |
Rear seat is for kids. see full Ford Mustang review |
2005 | 2dr Convertible 300-horsepower 4.6L V8 5-speed automatic RWD |
Rear seats in name only. No real passenger room see full Ford Mustang review |