Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda6 | Lexus GS | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 212 hp@6000 197 lb-ft@5000 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 245 hp@6200 230 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.3 in | 112.2 in | -6.9 in |
Length | 186.8 in | 190.0 in | -3.2 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 71.7 in | -1.6 in |
Height | 56.7 in | 56.1 in | 0.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3287 lb. | 3704 lb. | -417 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 18.8 gal. | -0.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 37.8 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 56.3 in | -0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 54.4 in | 0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 43.5 in | -1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 37.0 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 55.1 in | -0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 51.4 in | 2.7 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 36.4 in | 0.1 in |
Total Legroom | 78.8 in (over 2 rows) | 79.9 in (over 2 rows) | -1.1 in |
Cargo Volume | 15.2 ft3 | 12.7 ft3 | 2.5 ft3 |
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 Lexus GS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very good front seats with excellent back and head/neck spport for those of us who are spinally challengged. see full Lexus GS review |
2006 Lexus GS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 300-horsepower 4.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
comfortable but tight see full Lexus GS review |