Model Year | 2007 | 2013 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda6 | Volvo XC60 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 270 hp@5500 280 lb-ft@3000 |
turbocharged 3.0L I6 DOHC-4v 300 hp@5600 325 lb-ft@2100 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.3 in | 109.2 in | -3.9 in |
Length | 187.8 in | 182.2 in | 5.6 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 74.4 in | -4.3 in |
Height | 57.3 in | 67.4 in | -10.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3706 lb. | 4225 lb. | -519 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -0.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 38.0 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 56.7 in | -0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 54.2 in | 0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 41.2 in | 1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 38.1 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 55.2 in | -0.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 53.8 in | 0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 36.4 in | 0.1 in |
Total Legroom | 78.8 in (over 2 rows) | 77.6 in (over 2 rows) | 1.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.7 ft3 | 30.8 ft3 | 2.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 60.5 ft3 | 67.4 ft3 | -6.9 ft3 |
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 |
2013 Volvo XC60 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Comment | |
2014 | Volvos have long been renowned for seat comfort, and the XC60 continues this tradition with seats that are thoroughly supportive without being as firm as those in the Cadillac and in the German crossovers. This said, some people might find the headrests overly intrusive. The Inscription Package adds power lumbar adjusters to both seats. Otherwise these adjusters are manual. Notable in its absence: front seat ventilation, offered in the Audi and Cadillac, isn't an option in the XC60. Also, no massage. see full Volvo XC60 review |
2013 Volvo XC60 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
They are firm enough & well shaped to be comfortable over the long trip + also comfortable when you first sit in them see full Volvo XC60 review |