Model Year | 2007 | 2009 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda6 | Ford Taurus X | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 270 hp@5500 280 lb-ft@3000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 263 hp@6250 249 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.3 in | 112.9 in | -7.6 in |
Length | 187.8 in | 200.3 in | -12.5 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 74.9 in | -4.8 in |
Height | 57.3 in | 67.4 in | -10.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3706 lb. | 4204 lb. | -498 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 19.0 gal. | -1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 39.4 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 58.5 in | -2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 55.2 in | -0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 40.8 in | 1.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 39.4 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 57.9 in | -3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 56.4 in | -2.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 39.8 in | -3.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.5 in | -38.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.6 in | -50.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 46.0 in | -46 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.6 in | -33.6 in |
Total Legroom | 78.8 in (over 2 rows) | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | -35.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.7 ft3 | 17.4 ft3 | 16.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 33.7 | 47.4 ft3 | -13.7 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 60.5 ft3 | 85.2 ft3 | -24.7 ft3 |
2007 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 |
2007 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 Taurus X Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Wagon 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
The second row seat was mounted comfortably high off the floor. see full Ford Taurus X review |