Model Year | 2007 | 2006 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda6 | Volvo XC90 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 270 hp@5500 280 lb-ft@3000 |
4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 311 hp@5850 325 lb-ft@3900 |
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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 | 112.6 in | -7.3 in |
Length | 187.8 in | 188.9 in | -1.1 in |
Width | 70.1 in | 74.7 in | -4.6 in |
Height | 57.3 in | 70.2 in | -12.9 in |
Curb Weight | 3706 lb. | 4612 lb. | -906 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.0 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -3.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 39.7 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.1 in | 58.3 in | -2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.7 in | 55.4 in | -0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 41.0 in | 1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.6 in | 38.4 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 57.4 in | -2.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 54.1 in | 0 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.5 in | 34.6 in | 1.9 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.5 in | -35.5 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 30.1 in | -30.1 in |
Total Legroom | 78.8 in (over 2 rows) | 105.7 in (over 3 rows) | -26.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 33.7 ft3 | 8.8 ft3 | 24.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 33.7 | 43.3 ft3 | -9.6 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 60.5 ft3 | 85.1 ft3 | -24.6 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 |
2006 Volvo XC90 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 311-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
7 passenger capacity. see full Volvo XC90 review |
2005 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 268hp 2.9L I6 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The front leather seating is very comfortable. Having the heated front seats in twe winter allows for quick comfort. The multi adjustable seating for both driver and passenger allows for each to set seats to their liking then set in the memory location see full Volvo XC90 review |