Model Year | 2010 | 2007 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda6 | Kia Sorento | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 203 kW@6250 365 Nm@4250 |
3.8L V6 DOHC-4v 195 kW@6000 353 Nm@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,789 mm | 2,710 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,920 mm | 4,590 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,839 mm | 1,862 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,471 mm | 1,730 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,609 kg | 1,852 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 80 L | -10 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,001 mm | 1,008 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,455 mm | 1,496 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,400 mm | 1,405 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,080 mm | 1,082 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 947 mm | 1,003 mm | 946 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,435 mm | 1,483 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,420 mm | 1,473 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 965 mm | 917 mm | 48 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,045 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,999 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 470 L | 898 L | -428 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.6 | 1,880 L | 15.6 |
2010 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
No back pain see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
seats are medicore but with good additional seat support back does not hurt after long drive. 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 |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Infinate seat positions 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 |
Good space for 2 six footers. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2010 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 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 |