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Mazda Mazda6 (2017) vs. Kia Optima (2006) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2017 Mazda Mazda6 and 2006 Kia Optima specs.

2017 Mazda Mazda6 and 2006 Kia Optima Specifications

Model Year 2017 2006  
Model Mazda Mazda6 Kia Optima  
Engine 2.5L I4
DOHC-4v
184 hp@5700
185 lb-ft@3250
2.7L V6
DOHC-4v
170 hp@6000
181 lb-ft@4000
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 4-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 111.4 in 106.3 in 5.1 in
Length 191.5 in 185.8 in 5.7 in
Width 72.4 in 71.5 in 0.9 in
Height 57.1 in 55.5 in 1.6 in
Curb Weight 3250 lb. 3279 lb. -29 lb.
Fuel Capacity 16.4 gal. 17.2 gal. -0.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.4 in 39.0 in -0.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.1 in 56.9 in 0.2 in
Hip Room, Row 1 56.1 in 55.8 in 0.3 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.2 in 43.3 in -1.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.1 in 37.6 in -0.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 55.5 in 55.7 in -0.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2 56.1 in 54.4 in 1.7 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.7 in 36.2 in 2.5 in
Total Legroom 80.9 in (over 2 rows) 79.5 in (over 2 rows) 1.4 in
Cargo Volume 14.8 ft3 13.6 ft3 1.2 ft3

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2017 Mazda Mazda6

2017 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearComment
The Mazda6 has one clear disadvantage compared to the Honda Accord: a much less roomy (if comfortable) rear seat. There are at least three more inches of knee room in the back seat of the Honda, a dramatic difference. Mazda redesigned the Mazda6's front seats for 2018, aiming to make them wider and more comfortable. I found them reasonably comfortable, but not exceptional. The side bolsters are on the small side for a car with some sporting pretensions. see full Mazda Mazda6 review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2017 Mazda Mazda6

2017 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 2006 Kia Optima

2006 Kia Optima Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Sedan 161-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Spacious enough to allow my 84 year old mother to get in and out without injuring herself! see full Kia Optima review
2007 4dr Sedan 161-horsepower 2.4L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
After driving the Optima for five days straight for 10+ hours per day, other than the occasional stop, on a road trip, not one time did I get a sore back or thighs. see full Kia Optima review
 
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