Mazda Mazda6 (2018) vs. Toyota FJ Cruiser (2009) Specs

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2018 Mazda Mazda6 and 2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser Specifications

Model Year	2018	2009
Model	Mazda Mazda6	Toyota FJ Cruiser
Engine	turbocharged 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5000 310 lb-ft@2000	4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 239 hp@5200 278 lb-ft@3700
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	5-speed automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	RWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	111.4 in	105.9 in	5.5 in
Length	191.5 in	183.9 in	7.6 in
Width	72.4 in	74.6 in	-2.2 in
Height	57.1 in	70.9 in	-13.8 in
Curb Weight	3560 lb.	4050 lb.	-490 lb.
Fuel Capacity	16.4 gal.	19.0 gal.	-2.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.4 in	41.3 in	-2.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	57.1 in	58.4 in	-1.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1	56.1 in	55.4 in	0.7 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.2 in	41.9 in	0.3 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.1 in	40.3 in	-3.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	55.5 in	53.9 in	1.6 in
Hip Room, Row 2	56.1 in	51.0 in	5.1 in
Legroom, Row 2	38.7 in	31.3 in	7.4 in
Total Legroom	80.9 in (over 2 rows)	73.2 in (over 2 rows)	7.7 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	14.8 ft³	27.9 ft³	-13.1 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	14.8 ft³	66.8 ft³	-52 ft³

2018 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	The Mazda6 has one clear disadvantage compared to the Honda Accord: a much less roomy (if comfortable) rear seat. There are at least three more inches of knee room in the back seat of the Honda, a dramatic difference. Mazda redesigned the Mazda6's front seats for 2018, aiming to make them wider and more comfortable. I found them reasonably comfortable, but not exceptional. The side bolsters are on the small side for a car with some sporting pretensions. see full Mazda Mazda6 review

2018 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2019	4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.5L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	The Mazda6 has a smaller rear seat, no way around it. That being said, I find it to be more richly appointed than the Legacy's with the same great materials as up-front and cool touches: the USB ports are in the center armrest with a covered storage cubby, and the rear seat heaters are 3-level with controls in the armrest. These touches are reminiscent of very high-end luxury cars and are more convenient locations in general. The Mazda's heated rear seats also seem to be stronger than the Legacy's. --- The seats follow the same theme as the front in both cars- softer/plusher in the Legacy, firmer but well shaped in the Mazda. --- The front seat-backs are more upscale in the Mazda, and the rear seat of the Mazda has ambient lighting in the door pockets (unlike the Legacy). Overall, the rear cabin of the Mazda is snugger but remains comfortable while carrying on the quality and elegance of the front. For space though, the Legacy still grabs a Win here. see full Mazda Mazda6 review

2009 Toyota FJ Cruiser Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2010	4dr SUV 259-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual AWD w/low range	Rear seats are cramped. Access is awful, with strange half-doors that require front doors to be open before they can be opened. see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review
2008	4dr SUV 239-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range	Too stiff and too upright with no adjustments see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review
2008	4dr SUV 239-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range	Adults do not fit well in the back seat comfortably, and the rear access doors, while a cool design, lack functionality(no handle to release the door except on the inside) see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review

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