Model Year | 2006 | 2007 | |
Model | Saab 9-2X | Mazda Mazda6 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 230 hp@5600 235 lb-ft@3600 |
turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 270 hp@5500 280 lb-ft@3000 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 99.4 in | 105.3 in | -5.9 in |
Length | 175.6 in | 187.8 in | -12.2 in |
Width | 66.7 in | 70.1 in | -3.4 in |
Height | 57.7 in | 57.3 in | 0.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3263 lb. | 3706 lb. | -443 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 18.0 gal. | -2.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.7 in | 38.7 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.7 in | 56.1 in | -3.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 54.7 in | -1.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.9 in | 42.3 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.3 in | 38.6 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.9 in | 54.9 in | -2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.7 in | 54.1 in | -2.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 33.7 in | 36.5 in | -2.8 in |
Total Legroom | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 78.8 in (over 2 rows) | -2.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 23.8 ft3 | 33.7 ft3 | -9.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 61.6 ft3 | 60.5 ft3 | 1.1 ft3 |
2006 Saab 9-2X Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 227hp 2.0L H4 4-speed automatic AWD |
Cramped rear seat leg room. Rear door opening tight at shoe level. Swooping c-pillar design obstructs outward visibility. see full Saab 9-2X review |
2005 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 227hp 2.0L H4 4-speed automatic AWD |
Lack of any type of lumbar support is very uncomfortable. I opened the seat and installed my own inflatable device...much better now. see full Saab 9-2X review |
2005 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 227hp 2.0L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Somewhat cramped rear legroom. see full Saab 9-2X review |
2005 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 227hp 2.0L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Not really very luxurious. see full Saab 9-2X review |
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 |