Model Year | 2007 | 2006 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda6 | Nissan Xterra | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.3 in | 106.3 in | -1 in |
Length | 187.8 in | 178.7 in | 9.1 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 72.8 in | -2.7 in |
Height | 57.3 in | 74.9 in | -17.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3404 lb. | 4150 lb. | -746 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -3.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 39.9 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 58.3 in | -2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 55.9 in | -1.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 42.4 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 39.3 in | -0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 58.3 in | -3.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 46.1 in | 8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 34.4 in | 2.1 in |
Total Legroom | 78.8 in (over 2 rows) | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.7 ft3 | 35.2 ft3 | -1.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 60.5 ft3 | 65.7 ft3 | -5.2 ft3 |
2007 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual AWD |
It took a while for me to adjust the seat properly, but after I did, I have to say the seating position and comfort rivaled many European sedans I have driven. I was not used to this level of comfort from an Asian-designed automobile. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2007 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual AWD |
For short trips the Speed6 is fine. Longer than 2 hours in the car kills my back. Maybe the seats are cheaper in the Sport vs. the GT. Fortunately I've only taken 1 or 2 very long trips in it. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual AWD |
Too small for adults. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2006 Nissan Xterra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The seats are supportive without being rigid. I like the easy to clean, removable seating material. see full Nissan Xterra review |
2006 Nissan Xterra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The rear seat on the XTerra is not spacious, but it is sufficient for shorter adults, kids, and pets. At 6'4", I'm cramped and the narrow door opening doesn't help with access. Still, it's far less clastrophobic than the FJ Cruiser. see full Nissan Xterra review |