Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda6 | Subaru Tribeca | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 212 hp@6000 197 lb-ft@5000 |
3.6L H6 DOHC-4v 256 hp@6000 247 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,675 mm | 2,748 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,745 mm | 4,864 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,781 mm | 1,877 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,440 mm | 1,687 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,567 kg | 1,878 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 68 L | 64 L | 4 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 983 mm | 988 mm | -5 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,425 mm | 1,476 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,389 mm | 1,372 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,074 mm | 1,074 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 932 mm | 970 mm | -38 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,394 mm | 1,461 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,374 mm | 1,387 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 927 mm | 871 mm | 56 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 919 mm | -919 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,303 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,100 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 785 mm | -785 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,002 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,731 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 623 L | 235 L | 388 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 22.0 | 1,065 L | 21 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,662 L | 2,107 L | -1 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 |
2009 Subaru Tribeca Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 256-horsepower 3.6L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
lots of legroom with adjustable rear seat. see full Subaru Tribeca review |