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Mazda Mazda6 (2010) vs. Mazda MX-5 Miata (2006) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2010 Mazda Mazda6 and 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata specs.

2010 Mazda Mazda6 and 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata Specifications

Model Year 2010 2006  
Model Mazda Mazda6 Mazda MX-5 Miata  
Engine 3.7L V6
DOHC-4v
272 hp@6250
269 lb-ft@4250
2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
170 hp@6500
140 lb-ft@5000
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 5-speed manual  
Drivetrain FWD RWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 2dr Convertible  
      Difference
Wheelbase 109.8 in 91.7 in 18.1 in
Length 193.7 in 157.3 in 36.4 in
Width 72.4 in 67.7 in 4.7 in
Height 57.9 in 49.0 in 8.9 in
Curb Weight 3547 lb. 2441 lb. 1106 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.5 gal. 12.7 gal. 5.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.4 in 37.4 in 2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.3 in 53.2 in 4.1 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.1 in 50.6 in 4.5 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.5 in 43.1 in -0.6 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.3 in 0.0 in 37.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.5 in 0.0 in 56.5 in
Hip Room, Row 2 55.9 in 0.0 in 55.9 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.0 in 0.0 in 38 in
Total Legroom 80.5 in (over 2 rows) 43.1 in (over 1 rows) 37.4 in
Cargo Volume 16.6 ft3 5.3 ft3 11.3 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Mazda Mazda6

2010 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata

2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 2dr Convertible 166-horsepower 2.0L I4
5-speed manual RWD
It's OK for the driver, but there's not much room for the feet of the passenger. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review
2006 2dr Convertible 170-horsepower 2.0L I4
6-speed manual RWD
Taller drivers will fit, but you have to get the seat JUST right. see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review
2005 2dr Convertible turbocharged 178hp 1.8L I4
6-speed manual RWD
There is no backseat, but this is a SPORTS CAR! see full Mazda MX-5 Miata review
 
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