Mazda Mazda6 (2015) vs. Subaru Outback (2008) Specs

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2015 Mazda Mazda6 and 2008 Subaru Outback Specifications

Model Year	2015	2008
Model	Mazda Mazda6	Subaru Outback
Engine	2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 184 hp@5700 185 lb-ft@3250	turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 243 hp@6000 241 lb-ft@3600
Transmission	6-speed manual	5-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	AWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr Wagon
			Difference
Wheelbase	111.4 in	105.1 in	6.3 in
Length	191.5 in	188.7 in	2.8 in
Width	72.4 in	69.7 in	2.7 in
Height	57.1 in	63.2 in	-6.1 in
Curb Weight	3183 lb.	3605 lb.	-422 lb.
Fuel Capacity	16.4 gal.	16.9 gal.	-0.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.4 in	40.5 in	-2.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	57.1 in	54.4 in	2.7 in
Hip Room, Row 1	56.1 in	51.0 in	5.1 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.2 in	44.1 in	-1.9 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.1 in	39.1 in	-2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	55.5 in	53.7 in	1.8 in
Hip Room, Row 2	56.1 in	52.6 in	3.5 in
Legroom, Row 2	38.7 in	33.9 in	4.8 in
Total Legroom	80.9 in (over 2 rows)	78 in (over 2 rows)	2.9 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	14.8 ft³	33.5 ft³	-18.7 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	14.8 ft³	66.2 ft³	-51.4 ft³

2015 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	This one, again borrowed from the earlier review, won't be an issue with most potential buyers: The Mazda6's svelte, athletically proportioned body comes at a typical price: rear seat room, as in the Ford Fusion, is merely adequate. Sitting behind my 5-9 self, my knees and head have only an inch or two of clearance, my shins none. Among major competitors, only the Chevrolet Malibu has a tighter rear seat. To carve out even this much room beneath the plunging rear roofline the new Mazda6's rear seat cushion is slightly undersized and positioned too low. That in the Fusion is more supportive. A deal killer? Unless space for large adults is a priority, no. If, on the other hand, space for large adults is a priority, then the Honda Accord and VW Passat are better bets. Even for small passengers, the Mazda6 Sport's rear seat has a key shortcoming. Unlike in the Touring and Grand Touring, there's no rear air vent to help cool the aft cabin in the summer. see full Mazda Mazda6 review

2015 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2016	4dr Sedan 143-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Why doesn't this vehicle have heated front seats (they only cost a tenner or so at manufacturing time) and why doesn't it have electric front seats with memory (it is particularly annoying to have to try and reset the seat after the garage has had the car and adjusted it to their liking)! Again electric front seats don;t really cost anything much to build in. see full Mazda Mazda6 review

2008 Subaru Outback Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2008	4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD	A little tight in the left portion of the footwell; small dead pedal. see full Subaru Outback review
2008	4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Footroom too short. see full Subaru Outback review
2008	4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD	not long enough for a 6 foot 2 inch frame but I manage see full Subaru Outback review
2007	4dr Wagon 175-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD	I was amazed at how small the back seat is in this car. Really no bigger than a compact sedan, eg Civic or Corolla. I can't fit my 3 kids (in car seats) back there, and feel bad when co-workers pile in to go to lunch. Surprisingly small for a vehicle this size, and marketed as a "family car." If you plan to put adults or 3 kids back there regularly, look at the '10 or newer (or at something else -- the rear seat in my co-worker's Accord is far bigger and more comfortable). see full Subaru Outback review
2007	4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Leg and head room lacking for over 6 footers. see full Subaru Outback review
2007	4dr Sedan 245-horsepower 3.0L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD	Seat back a bit low for 6 footers. see full Subaru Outback review

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