Model Year | 2020 | 2014 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda6 | Toyota Sienna | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5000 320 lb-ft@2500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 266 hp@6200 245 lb-ft@4700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.4 in | 119.3 in | -7.9 in |
Length | 191.5 in | 200.2 in | -8.7 in |
Width | 72.4 in | 78.2 in | -5.8 in |
Height | 57.1 in | 68.9 in | -11.8 in |
Curb Weight | 3580 lb. | 4310 lb. | -730 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.4 gal. | 20.0 gal. | -3.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.4 in | 41.0 in | -2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.1 in | 65.0 in | -7.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 58.6 in | -2.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 40.5 in | 1.7 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.1 in | 39.7 in | -2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 64.6 in | -9.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.1 in | 66.1 in | -10 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 37.6 in | 1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.3 in | -38.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 61.1 in | -61.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.3 in | -50.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.3 in | -36.3 in |
Total Legroom | 80.9 in (over 2 rows) | 114.4 in (over 3 rows) | -33.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 14.8 ft3 | 39.1 ft3 | -24.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 14.8 | 87.1 ft3 | -72.3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 14.8 ft3 | 150.0 ft3 | -135.2 ft3 |
2020 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 |
2014 Toyota Sienna Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2015 | The Sienna's seats are cushier than those in the Odyssey or the Sedona. But I slightly preferred the Sedona's front seats because they had four-way lumbar (rather than two-way) and provided more lateral support. The Toyota earns a clear win in front seat space. The first-row foot wells are unusually wide, and there's no tall center console (as in the Kia) or a protruding center stack (as in the Honda) to crowd the driver's right elbow or knee. This said, a relatively tall instrument panel does cut into the view forward and contribute to the Sienna feeling larger than the others. see full Toyota Sienna review |
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