Model Year | 2012 | 2013 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda6 | Kia Sorento | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 272 hp@6250 269 lb-ft@4250 |
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 Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,789 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,920 mm | 4,671 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,839 mm | 1,885 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,471 mm | 1,709 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,609 kg | 1,715 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 75 L | -5 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,001 mm | 996 mm | -995 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,455 mm | 1,506 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,400 mm | 1,430 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,080 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 947 mm | 996 mm | -49 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,435 mm | 1,491 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,420 mm | 1,420 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 965 mm | 955 mm | 10 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 932 mm | -932 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,367 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,128 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 795 mm | -795 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,045 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,799 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 470 L | 258 L | 212 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 16.6 | 1,048 L | 15.6 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.6 | 2,053 L | 14.6 |
2012 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
I am six feet tall with a long torso and legs, so I usually have the seat pretty far back. With the front seat in a comfortable position, the rear seats have plenty of leg and head room for adults, even more so for my kids. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
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 |