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2008 Mazda Mazda6 and 2007 Toyota Highlander Specifications
| Model Year | 2008 | 2007 | |
| Model | Mazda Mazda6 | Toyota Highlander | |
| Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 212 hp@6000 197 lb-ft@5000 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 215 hp@5600 222 lb-ft@3600 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 105.3 in | 106.9 in | -1.6 in |
| Length | 186.8 in | 184.6 in | 2.2 in |
| Width | 70.1 in | 71.9 in | -1.8 in |
| Height | 56.7 in | 67.9 in | -11.2 in |
| Curb Weight | 3455 lb. | 3649 lb. | -194 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 19.1 gal. | -1.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 40.0 in | -1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 57.9 in | -1.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 55.1 in | -0.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 40.7 in | 1.6 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 36.7 in | 39.8 in | -3.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 57.0 in | -2.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 54.9 in | -0.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 36.4 in | 0.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 32.3 in | -32.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 53.2 in | -53.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 39.8 in | -39.8 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 30.2 in | -30.2 in |
| Total Legroom | 78.8 in (over 2 rows) | 107.3 in (over 3 rows) | -28.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 22.0 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 | 11.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 22.0 | 39.7 ft3 | -17.7 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 58.7 ft3 | 80.6 ft3 | -21.9 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Mazda Mazda6
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Toyota Highlander
| 2007 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Third row seating and 2nd row has more leg room than the Murano by about 1". see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
4 cup holders see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Limo-like leg room and captains chairs see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 209-horsepower 3.3L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD |
The widest seats of all Midsize SUVs (X5, Q7, Tourag, Cayenne, etc.) see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Ease of entry and exit and the spacious leg room. see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2007 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
3rd row seat is full bench seat and individual side can not be raised or lowered independently. Access and available room much less than MDX. see full Toyota Highlander review |
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