Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda6 | Kia Sorento | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,675 mm | 2,710 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,745 mm | 4,567 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,781 mm | 1,862 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,440 mm | 1,730 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,540 kg | 1,865 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 68 L | 80 L | -12 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 983 mm | 1,008 mm | 982 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,425 mm | 1,496 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,389 mm | 1,405 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,074 mm | 1,082 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 932 mm | 1,003 mm | 931 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,394 mm | 1,483 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,374 mm | 1,473 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 927 mm | 917 mm | 10 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,002 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,999 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 623 L | 889 L | -266 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,662 L | 1,880 L | 0 L |
2008 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good space for 2 six footers. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Being older and larger, the seats are wide enough not to squeeze, or confine me while still supporting me in turns. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
If anybody has any doubts about what is realy the best mid-size family car, just have your teenagers en.joy a few hours in the new 6 see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Infinate seat positions see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The other big plus is space. I am 6'4" with two sons over six foot tall. Even with me driving, there is enough space behind the drivers seat, and plenty of headroom. For the first time people actually tell me the back seats are comfortable! see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2008 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
not enough to stretch your legs and spread out a bit see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
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 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Plenty of room for my large frame. Seats are comfortable with adjustable lumbar support. see full Kia Sorento review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 192-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
The leather seats are supportive yet soft. it feels like a couch. see full Kia Sorento review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 192-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
It is a comfortable seat position to provide good all around visibility. see full Kia Sorento review |