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Mazda Mazda6 (2012) vs. Subaru Forester (2017) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Mazda Mazda6 and 2017 Subaru Forester specs.

2012 Mazda Mazda6 and 2017 Subaru Forester Specifications

Model Year 2012 2017  
Model Mazda Mazda6 Subaru Forester  
Engine 3.7L V6
DOHC-4v
272 hp@6250
269 lb-ft@4250
turbocharged
2.0L H4
DOHC-4v
250 hp@5600
258 lb-ft@2000
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 8-speed shiftable CVT  
Drivetrain FWD AWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 109.8 in 103.9 in 5.9 in
Length 193.7 in 180.9 in 12.8 in
Width 72.4 in 70.7 in 1.7 in
Height 57.9 in 66.4 in -8.5 in
Curb Weight 3547 lb. 3624 lb. -77 lb.
Fuel Capacity 18.5 gal. 15.9 gal. 2.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.4 in 41.4 in -2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.3 in 57.0 in 0.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.1 in 53.9 in 1.2 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.5 in 43.0 in -0.5 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.3 in 39.8 in -2.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.5 in 56.5 in 0 in
Hip Room, Row 2 55.9 in 53.0 in 2.9 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.0 in 38.0 in 0 in
Total Legroom 80.5 in (over 2 rows) 81 in (over 2 rows) -0.5 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 16.6 ft3 34.4 ft3 -17.8 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 16.6 ft3 74.7 ft3 -58.1 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Mazda Mazda6

2012 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2013 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4
6-speed manual FWD
I am six feet tall with a long torso and legs, so I usually have the seat pretty far back. With the front seat in a comfortable position, the rear seats have plenty of leg and head room for adults, even more so for my kids. see full Mazda Mazda6 review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2017 Subaru Forester

2017 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2017 4dr SUV turbocharged 250hp 2.0L H4
8-speed shiftable CVT AWD
- Terrible front seat support - The cushions are too short - It's not noticeable on a test drive right away. I would not have bought the car! Test drive extensively! - Surfaces where your elbows would lay are too hard - I purchased foam pads to make it feel better. - Tall drivers like myself will struggle with the telescoping wheel's short extension range. - It is hard to get into a fully comfortable driving position. The memory seats in the XT help somewhat by retaining your seat settings if moved. - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this twice - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this THREE times! Subaru are you listening? The front seat cushions are WAY TOO SHORT! see full Subaru Forester review
 
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