Model Year | 2007 | 2020 | |
Model | Saturn AURA | Mazda Mazda6 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 OHV-2v 224 hp@5800 220 lb-ft@4000 |
turbocharged 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5000 320 lb-ft@2500 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 112.3 in | 111.4 in | 0.9 in |
Length | 190.9 in | 191.5 in | -0.6 in |
Width | 70.3 in | 72.4 in | -2.1 in |
Height | 57.6 in | 57.1 in | 0.5 in |
Curb Weight | 3528 lb. | 3580 lb. | -52 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 16.0 gal. | 16.4 gal. | -0.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.4 in | 38.4 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 57.1 in | -1.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.0 in | 56.1 in | -3.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 42.2 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.4 in | 37.1 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 55.5 in | -1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.2 in | 56.1 in | -3.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 38.7 in | -1.1 in |
Total Legroom | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | 80.9 in (over 2 rows) | -1.1 in |
Cargo Volume | 14.9 ft3 | 14.8 ft3 | 0.1 ft3 |
2007 Saturn AURA Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 219-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
The seats fit me well and I find I can drive for hours without discomfort. see full Saturn AURA review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Comfortable for tall people. Lots of front seat legroom and headroom. Telescopic steering. Centre armrest adjusts nicely, I can drive with both elbows resting and still hold steering wheel. see full Saturn AURA review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Tilt/telescoping. Power and heated. They hold you in place in curves better than a sedan usually does. see full Saturn AURA review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lots of room for legs and headroom, even for a tall person. Everything seems to be reachable. see full Saturn AURA review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
It has plenty of room for legs and is comfortable. see full Saturn AURA review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The seats have sufficient support for longer trips. see full Saturn AURA review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 224-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Plenty of room. see full Saturn AURA review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
My legs are very very long. tried Honda Accord, Nissan Altima and Nissan Maxima. Sit in this, drive it, buy it. its that simple. see full Saturn AURA review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Leather and room. heated seats. Killer stock audio system. see full Saturn AURA review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
It is obvious that a lot of thought was poured into the design of the rear seat area and the effect is outstanding see full Saturn AURA review |
2007 Saturn AURA Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Less leg room than the Milan and I had less headroom because of the installed sunroof. see full Saturn AURA review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The Aura had less rear headroom. When I set in the rear seat, my head was right against the edge of the rear glass mounting. see full Saturn AURA review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Rear seat room is adequate for normal sized adults. see full Saturn AURA review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 224-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Difficult to enter and exit. Low roof bangs head, B post trim causes bruising for tall driver when entering see full Saturn AURA 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 |