Model Year | 2008 | 2011 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda6 | Nissan Xterra | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 158 kW@6000 267 Nm@5000 |
4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 195 kW@5600 381 Nm@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,675 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,745 mm | 4,539 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,781 mm | 1,849 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,440 mm | 1,902 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,567 kg | 1,879 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 68 L | 80 L | -12 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 983 mm | 1,013 mm | 982 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,425 mm | 1,481 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,389 mm | 1,420 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,074 mm | 1,077 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 932 mm | 998 mm | -66 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,394 mm | 1,481 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,374 mm | 1,171 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 927 mm | 874 mm | 53 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,002 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,951 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 623 L | 997 L | -374 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,662 L | 1,860 L | 0 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 |
2011 Nissan Xterra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 261-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Roomy rear seat with easy access. see full Nissan Xterra review |