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2008 Mazda Mazda6 and 2013 Kia Sorento Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2013 | |
| Model | Mazda Mazda6 | Kia Sorento | |
| Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 212 hp@6000 197 lb-ft@5000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 276 hp@6300 248 lb-ft@5000 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 105.3 in | 106.3 in | -1 in |
| Length | 186.8 in | 183.9 in | 2.9 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 74.2 in | -4.1 in |
| Height | 56.7 in | 67.3 in | -10.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 3455 lb. | 3781 lb. | -326 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 19.8 gal. | -1.8 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 39.2 in | -0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 59.3 in | -3.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 56.3 in | -1.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 41.3 in | 1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 39.2 in | -2.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 58.7 in | -3.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 55.9 in | -1.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 37.6 in | -1.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.7 in | -36.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.8 in | -53.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 44.4 in | -44.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 31.3 in | -31.3 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.8 in (over 2 rows) | 110.2 in (over 3 rows) | -31.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 22.0 ft3 | 9.1 ft3 | 12.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 22.0 | 37.0 ft3 | -15 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 58.7 ft3 | 72.5 ft3 | -13.8 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Mazda Mazda6
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Kia Sorento
| 2013 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The Kia Sorento had very good seating positions in the front for a very tall person, I'm almost 6'5" and was able to fit with the sunroof / panaramic roof. You get a feeling of control and confidence. You do loose about 1" or so with the see full Kia Sorento review |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very comfortable seats up front with tons of leg room. see full Kia Sorento review |
| 2013 Kia Sorento Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV 276-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Needs an adjustable second row and a little more cargo room when the third row seat is up. see full Kia Sorento review |
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