Model Year | 2013 | 2006 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda6 | Mazda MX-5 Miata | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 203 kW@6250 365 Nm@4250 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 127 kW@6500 190 Nm@5000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 2dr Convertible | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,789 mm | 2,329 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,920 mm | 3,995 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,839 mm | 1,720 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,471 mm | 1,245 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,609 kg | 1,107 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 48 L | 22 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,001 mm | 950 mm | -949 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,455 mm | 1,351 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,400 mm | 1,285 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,080 mm | 1,095 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 947 mm | 0 mm | 947 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,435 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,420 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 965 mm | 0 mm | 965 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,045 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,095 mm (over 1 row) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 470 L | 150 L | 320 L |
2013 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
This one, again borrowed from the earlier review, won't be an issue with most potential buyers: The Mazda6's svelte, athletically proportioned body comes at a typical price: rear seat room, as in the Ford Fusion, is merely adequate. Sitting behind my 5-9 self, my knees and head have only an inch or two of clearance, my shins none. Among major competitors, only the Chevrolet Malibu has a tighter rear seat. To carve out even this much room beneath the plunging rear roofline the new Mazda6's rear seat cushion is slightly undersized and positioned too low. That in the Fusion is more supportive. A deal killer? Unless space for large adults is a priority, no. If, on the other hand, space for large adults is a priority, then the Honda Accord and VW Passat are better bets. Even for small passengers, the Mazda6 Sport's rear seat has a key shortcoming. Unlike in the Touring and Grand Touring, there's no rear air vent to help cool the aft cabin in the summer. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2013 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 |
2006 Mazda MX-5 Miata Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |