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Mazda Mazda6 (2015) vs. Ford Taurus (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2015 Mazda Mazda6 and 2012 Ford Taurus specs.

2015 Mazda Mazda6 and 2012 Ford Taurus Specifications

Model Year 2015 2012  
Model Mazda Mazda6 Ford Taurus  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 111.4 in 112.9 in -1.5 in
Length 191.5 in 202.9 in -11.4 in
Width 72.4 in 76.2 in -3.8 in
Height 57.1 in 60.7 in -3.6 in
Curb Weight 3183 lb. 4015 lb. -832 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.4 gal. 20.0 gal. -3.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.4 in 39.0 in -0.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.1 in 57.9 in -0.8 in
Hip Room, Row 1 56.1 in 56.3 in -0.2 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.2 in 41.9 in 0.3 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.1 in 37.8 in -0.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.5 in 56.9 in -1.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2 56.1 in 55.8 in 0.3 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.7 in 38.1 in 0.6 in
Total Legroom 80.9 in (over 2 rows) 80 in (over 2 rows) 0.9 in
Cargo Volume 14.8 ft3 20.1 ft3 -5.3 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 Mazda Mazda6

2015 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
This one, again borrowed from the earlier review, won't be an issue with most potential buyers: The Mazda6's svelte, athletically proportioned body comes at a typical price: rear seat room, as in the Ford Fusion, is merely adequate. Sitting behind my 5-9 self, my knees and head have only an inch or two of clearance, my shins none. Among major competitors, only the Chevrolet Malibu has a tighter rear seat. To carve out even this much room beneath the plunging rear roofline the new Mazda6's rear seat cushion is slightly undersized and positioned too low. That in the Fusion is more supportive. A deal killer? Unless space for large adults is a priority, no. If, on the other hand, space for large adults is a priority, then the Honda Accord and VW Passat are better bets. Even for small passengers, the Mazda6 Sport's rear seat has a key shortcoming. Unlike in the Touring and Grand Touring, there's no rear air vent to help cool the aft cabin in the summer. see full Mazda Mazda6 review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2015 Mazda Mazda6

2015 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2016 4dr Sedan 143-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Why doesn't this vehicle have heated front seats (they only cost a tenner or so at manufacturing time) and why doesn't it have electric front seats with memory (it is particularly annoying to have to try and reset the seat after the garage has had the car and adjusted it to their liking)! Again electric front seats don;t really cost anything much to build in. see full Mazda Mazda6 review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Ford Taurus

2012 Ford Taurus Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 Three adult room in the back seat - comfortably! see full Ford Taurus review
2012 Ford Taurus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 0 263-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 The front seats are horrible- similar to airline seats, and no amount of adjusting or adding cushions helped. I'm 6'2 and my wife is 5'3.and neither of us could get comfortable. After 2 weeks, it was actually painful to drive this car. see full Ford Taurus review
2012 0 263-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Not enough headroom for adults in the rear seat. Seat comfort is as poor as the front seats. see full Ford Taurus review
 
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