Model Year | 2008 | 2020 | |
Model | Pontiac Grand Prix | Mazda Mazda6 | |
Engine | 5.3L V8 OHV-2v 303 hp@5600 323 lb-ft@4400 |
turbocharged 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5000 320 lb-ft@2500 |
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Transmission | 4-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 110.5 in | 111.4 in | -0.9 in |
Length | 198.3 in | 191.5 in | 6.8 in |
Width | 71.6 in | 72.4 in | -0.8 in |
Height | 55.9 in | 57.1 in | -1.2 in |
Curb Weight | 3600 lb. | 3580 lb. | 20 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 17.0 gal. | 16.4 gal. | 0.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.8 in | 38.4 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.0 in | 57.1 in | 0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.5 in | 56.1 in | -1.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.2 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 37.1 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.8 in | 55.5 in | -0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.3 in | 56.1 in | -1.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.2 in | 38.7 in | -2.5 in |
Total Legroom | 78.4 in (over 2 rows) | 80.9 in (over 2 rows) | -2.5 in |
Cargo Volume | 16.0 ft3 | 14.8 ft3 | 1.2 ft3 |
2008 Pontiac Grand Prix Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 303-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Front of the GXP is great - heated leather seats, plenty of seat adjustments, and the controls are all pointed at the driver. Even on a 20 hour trip, I had no issues with discomfort. see full Pontiac Grand Prix review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 200-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Front seats are nicely bolstered and are adjustable in every aspect. see full Pontiac Grand Prix review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan supercharged 260hp 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
The seats support completely without the need to squirm around on ling trips see full Pontiac Grand Prix review |
2008 Pontiac Grand Prix Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 200-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Seats sit too low and are too hard. see full Pontiac Grand Prix review |
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 |