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2009 Mazda Mazda6 and 2007 Volvo V50 Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2007 | |
| Model | Mazda Mazda6 | Volvo V50 | |
| Engine | 3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 272 hp@6250 269 lb-ft@4250 |
turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 218 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Wagon | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 109.8 in | 103.9 in | 5.9 in |
| Length | 193.7 in | 177.7 in | 16 in |
| Width | 72.4 in | 69.7 in | 2.7 in |
| Height | 57.9 in | 57.2 in | 0.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 3547 lb. | 3379 lb. | 168 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 18.5 gal. | 15.9 gal. | 2.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 38.9 in | 0.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.3 in | 55.2 in | 2.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 53.7 in | 1.4 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.5 in | 41.6 in | 0.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 38.1 in | -0.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.5 in | 54.1 in | 2.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 50.7 in | 5.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 34.4 in | 3.6 in |
| Total Legroom | 80.5 in (over 2 rows) | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 4.5 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 16.6 ft3 | 27.4 ft3 | -10.8 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 16.6 ft3 | 62.9 ft3 | -46.3 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Mazda Mazda6
| 2009 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
No back pain see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
| 2010 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
seats are medicore but with good additional seat support back does not hurt after long drive. 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 |
| 2009 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Infinate seat positions 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 |
Good space for 2 six footers. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
| 2009 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Volvo V50
| 2007 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed manual FWD |
It has a lot of arm and leg room for a smaller car. see full Volvo V50 review |
| 2007 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Front seat comfort is top notch. Lots of adjustments with power drivers seat. see full Volvo V50 review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very comfortable leather seats. Fully adjustable. see full Volvo V50 review |
| 2006 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 218hp 2.5L I5 6-speed manual AWD |
They are the most comfortable seats I have ever had in a car - period. see full Volvo V50 review |
| 2007 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2007 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 218hp 2.5L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear seat is for very small people or children only --no leg room. see full Volvo V50 review |
| 2007 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed manual FWD |
Not a lot of room for tall adults. Good for kids. see full Volvo V50 review |
| 2006 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
legroom too cramped see full Volvo V50 review |
| 2006 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Volvo should be ashamed for such lousy seats. They know how to build great seats but they shortchanged the V50. see full Volvo V50 review |
| 2006 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Too cramped. See previous comments about seats. see full Volvo V50 review |
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