Model Year | 2009 | 2012 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda6 | Nissan Murano | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 272 hp@6250 269 lb-ft@4250 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 265 hp@6000 248 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,789 mm | 2,824 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,920 mm | 4,788 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,839 mm | 1,882 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,471 mm | 1,702 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,609 kg | 1,749 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 82 L | -12 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,001 mm | 1,019 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,455 mm | 1,514 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,400 mm | 1,392 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,080 mm | 1,107 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 947 mm | 1,001 mm | 946 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,435 mm | 1,514 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,420 mm | 1,407 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 965 mm | 922 mm | 43 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,045 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,029 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 470 L | 923 L | -453 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.6 | 2,311 L | 14.6 |
2009 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2009 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Nissan Murano.