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Mazda Mazda6 (2011) vs. Mazda RX-8 (2006) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2011 Mazda Mazda6 and 2006 Mazda RX-8 specs.

2011 Mazda Mazda6 and 2006 Mazda RX-8 Specifications

Model Year 2011 2006  
Model Mazda Mazda6 Mazda RX-8  
Engine 3.7L V6
DOHC-4v
272 hp@6250
269 lb-ft@4250
1.3L R2
OHV-2v
238 hp@8500
159 lb-ft@5500
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed manual  
Drivetrain FWD RWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr Coupe  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,789 mm 2,703 mm 0 mm
Length 4,920 mm 4,427 mm 0 mm
Width 1,839 mm 1,770 mm 0 mm
Height 1,471 mm 1,341 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,609 kg 1,381 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 70 L 60 L 10 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,001 mm 970 mm -969 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,455 mm 1,392 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,400 mm 1,354 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,080 mm 1,085 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 947 mm 935 mm 12 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,435 mm 1,394 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,420 mm 1,222 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 965 mm 818 mm 147 mm
Total Legroom 2,045 mm (over 2 rows) 1,902 mm (over 2 rows) 1 mm
Cargo Volume 470 L 215 L 255 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Mazda Mazda6

2011 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
2010 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
No back pain see full Mazda Mazda6 review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Mazda RX-8

2006 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Coupe 212-horsepower 1.3L R2
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Excellent for long trips. Even though I suffer from spinal stenosis, I did a two-day 1800 mile trip with no troubles and felt great on arrival. Most modern cars have comfortable seats, but these also make me feel like I am part of the car. see full Mazda RX-8 review
2006 4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2
6-speed manual RWD
Rear seats are functional for adults, which is unique for a sports car. see full Mazda RX-8 review
2005 4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2
6-speed manual RWD
Adults my height (5-9) can actually fit in the back seat of the RX-8. And getting in and out is aided by a second set of rear-hinged doors. Other sports cars have no rear seat or a very small one. see full Mazda RX-8 review
2005 4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2
6-speed manual RWD
Unlike most sports cars, the RX-8 has a rear seat that adults can get into (using rear doors) and fit into. see full Mazda RX-8 review
2006 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2005 4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2
6-speed manual RWD
Head room is low with sunroof see full Mazda RX-8 review
2005 4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2
6-speed manual RWD
Ok for small women and children. Not really made for full sized male adults see full Mazda RX-8 review
2005 4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2
6-speed manual RWD
it is POSSIBLE to fit an adult in the back...but really anyone over 10-12 years old will be uncomfortable. see full Mazda RX-8 review
 
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