Model Year | 2007 | 2009 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda6 | Volvo S40 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 270 hp@5500 280 lb-ft@3000 |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,675 mm | 2,639 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,745 mm | 4,475 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,781 mm | 1,770 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,440 mm | 1,453 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,628 kg | 1,585 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 68 L | 60 L | 8 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 983 mm | 988 mm | -5 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,425 mm | 1,402 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,389 mm | 1,364 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,074 mm | 1,057 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 942 mm | 945 mm | -3 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,394 mm | 1,374 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,374 mm | 1,288 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 927 mm | 874 mm | 53 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,002 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,930 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 430 L | 357 L | 73 L |
2007 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual AWD |
It took a while for me to adjust the seat properly, but after I did, I have to say the seating position and comfort rivaled many European sedans I have driven. I was not used to this level of comfort from an Asian-designed automobile. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2007 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual AWD |
For short trips the Speed6 is fine. Longer than 2 hours in the car kills my back. Maybe the seats are cheaper in the Sport vs. the GT. Fortunately I've only taken 1 or 2 very long trips in it. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual AWD |
Too small for adults. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Volvo S40.