Mazda Mazda6 (2007) vs. Honda Pilot (2017) Specs

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2007 Mazda Mazda6 and 2017 Honda Pilot Specifications

Model Year	2007	2017
Model	Mazda Mazda6	Honda Pilot
Engine	turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 270 hp@5500 280 lb-ft@3000	3.5L V6 OHC-4v 280 hp@6000 262 lb-ft@4700
Transmission	6-speed manual	6-speed automatic
Drivetrain	AWD	AWD
Body	4dr Wagon	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	105.3 in	111.0 in	-5.7 in
Length	187.8 in	194.5 in	-6.7 in
Width	70.1 in	78.6 in	-8.5 in
Height	57.3 in	69.8 in	-12.5 in
Curb Weight	3706 lb.	4230 lb.	-524 lb.
Fuel Capacity	18.0 gal.	19.5 gal.	-1.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.7 in	40.1 in	-1.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	56.1 in	62.0 in	-5.9 in
Hip Room, Row 1	54.7 in	59.1 in	-4.4 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.3 in	40.9 in	1.4 in
Headroom, Row 2	38.6 in	40.2 in	-1.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	54.9 in	62.0 in	-7.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2	54.1 in	57.3 in	-3.2 in
Legroom, Row 2	36.5 in	38.4 in	-1.9 in
Headroom, Row 3	0.0 in	38.9 in	-38.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	0.0 in	57.6 in	-57.6 in
Hip Room, Row 3	0.0 in	44.6 in	-44.6 in
Legroom, Row 3	0.0 in	31.9 in	-31.9 in
Total Legroom	78.8 in (over 2 rows)	111.2 in (over 3 rows)	-32.4 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	33.7 ft³	16.5 ft³	17.2 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	33.7	46.8 ft³	-13.1
Cargo Volume, Maximum	60.5 ft³	83.9 ft³	-23.4 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

2017 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2016	According to their spec sheets, the Ford Explorer and Nissan Pathfinder have more rear legroom than the new Honda Pilot. In practice, though, the Pilot's rear legroom feels at least as generous as theirs--I suspect some creative measuring--and well ahead of what you'll find in a Toyota Highlander. The Pilot's second-row seat isn't as high off the floor as the Ford Explorer's, but is more comfortably positioned than the low benches in the GM crossovers and the Pathfinder. The Elite trim level includes captains chairs, so it can only seat up to seven people. With a second-row split bench, other Pilots can seat eight people. The Pilot's largest seating advantage is its third row. Unlike in most crossovers, the cabin remains broad in the "way back," so there's enough shoulder room for three passengers. The Highlander's third-row bench, though also designed for three passengers, is somewhat narrower and lacking in legroom. Only the GM crossovers roughly match the new Pilot in third-row space as well as passenger capacity. The Pilot's seats are positioned so that the view forward from each is open, further enhancing perceived roominess. see full Honda Pilot review

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