Mazda Mazda6 (2007) vs. Hyundai Sonata (2006) Specs

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2007 Mazda Mazda6 and 2006 Hyundai Sonata Specifications

Model Year	2007	2006
Model	Mazda Mazda6	Hyundai Sonata
Engine	turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 270 hp@5500 280 lb-ft@3000	3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 235 hp@6000 226 lb-ft@3500
Transmission	6-speed manual	5-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	AWD	FWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	105.3 in	107.4 in	-2.1 in
Length	186.8 in	188.9 in	-2.1 in
Width	70.1 in	72.1 in	-2 in
Height	56.7 in	58.0 in	-1.3 in
Curb Weight	3589 lb.	3458 lb.	131 lb.
Fuel Capacity	18.0 gal.	17.7 gal.	0.3 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.7 in	40.1 in	-1.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	56.1 in	57.4 in	-1.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1	54.7 in	55.5 in	-0.8 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.3 in	43.7 in	-1.4 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.1 in	38.2 in	-1.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	54.9 in	56.9 in	-2 in
Hip Room, Row 2	54.1 in	55.3 in	-1.2 in
Legroom, Row 2	36.5 in	37.4 in	-0.9 in
Total Legroom	78.8 in (over 2 rows)	81.1 in (over 2 rows)	-2.3 in
Cargo Volume	15.2 ft³	16.3 ft³	-1.1 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

2006 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2007	4dr Sedan 234-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Other sedans I have owned always left something to be desired in the back seat. Not the Sonata. With so much rear space you really feel like you are in a full sized car! Plus being a big guy has always cramped my rear passengers until now! see full Hyundai Sonata review
2007	4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Average trips are 4 = hours and you get out still fresh compared to the Toyota and Holdens we have in the fleet see full Hyundai Sonata review
2007	4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Very comfortable seats...can drive for hours with no discomfort unlike other cars I have driven. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2007	4dr Sedan 162-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Has lumbar back comfort see full Hyundai Sonata review
2006	4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	I am 300 pounds and over 6 feet tall. This is the first car that I have owned in years that allows me to make a five - six hour drive in comfort, without the need to stop and stretch. see full Hyundai Sonata review
2006	4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Good knee and legroom, airy spacious feeling cabin. see full Hyundai Sonata review

2006 Hyundai Sonata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2006	4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	could use some more adjustments on the drivers seat see full Hyundai Sonata review
2006	4dr Sedan 235-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	not as supportive as say the Accord seats see full Hyundai Sonata review

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