Model Year | 2008 | 2006 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda6 | Nissan Quest | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 212 hp@6000 197 lb-ft@5000 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@5800 242 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,675 mm | 3,150 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 4,745 mm | 5,184 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,781 mm | 1,971 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,440 mm | 1,826 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,567 kg | 1,820 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 68 L | 76 L | -8 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 983 mm | 1,064 mm | 982 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,425 mm | 1,618 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,389 mm | 1,666 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,074 mm | 1,059 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 932 mm | 1,059 mm | 931 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,394 mm | 1,681 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,374 mm | 1,712 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 927 mm | 1,049 mm | 926 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 955 mm | -955 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,565 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,270 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,046 mm | -1 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,002 mm (over 2 rows) | 3,155 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 623 L | 915 L | -292 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 22.0 | 2,483 L | 20 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,662 L | 4,211 L | -3 L |
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 Nissan Quest Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 235-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The bench back seems kinds stiff after sitting in the captains chairs.That is one thing they could improve. see full Nissan Quest review |
2005 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 240-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
MOST COMFORTABLE VEHICLE FOR 7 PASSENGERS AND THE SKYVIEW MAKES A WORLD OF DIFFERENCE. NISSAN RELIABILITY OF THE 3.5L IS RESOUNDING.IF THEY CAN ONLY FIX THE ROTOR ISSUE IT WOULD BE THE BEST VAN ON THE MARKET see full Nissan Quest review |