Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport (2006) vs. Mazda Mazda6 (2019) Specs

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2006 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport and 2019 Mazda Mazda6 Specifications

Model Year	2006	2019
Model	Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport	Mazda Mazda6
Engine
Transmission
Drivetrain
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	99.4 in	111.4 in	-12 in
Length	175.4 in	191.5 in	-16.1 in
Width	68.5 in	72.4 in	-3.9 in
Height	56.7 in	57.1 in	-0.4 in
Curb Weight	3016 lb.	3443 lb.	-427 lb.
Fuel Capacity	15.9 gal.	16.4 gal.	-0.5 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.6 in	38.4 in	0.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	52.7 in	57.1 in	-4.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1	53.3 in	56.1 in	-2.8 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.9 in	42.2 in	0.7 in
Headroom, Row 2	36.7 in	37.1 in	-0.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	52.9 in	55.5 in	-2.6 in
Hip Room, Row 2	51.9 in	56.1 in	-4.2 in
Legroom, Row 2	33.0 in	38.7 in	-5.7 in
Total Legroom	75.9 in (over 2 rows)	80.9 in (over 2 rows)	-5 in
Cargo Volume	11.0 ft³	14.8 ft³	-3.8 ft³

2006 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2006	4dr Wagon 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD	Body hugging front seats see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review

2006 Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2007	4dr Sedan 173-horsepower 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD	I know it is a smaller sedan, but even with the front seats shoved up to that your knees are in the dashboard, that leaves just enough room for an average human in back. Under normal front seat conditions, crushed knees in back. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2006	4dr Sedan turbocharged 230hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD	Seats are very large and not built for comfort for a thinner person. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review
2006	4dr Wagon turbocharged 230hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD	The rear seat leg room is too small for American sized adults. A little more room would have made this car a lot more livable when family comes to town. This may be THE reason why I upgrade to a midsize car once this car dies. see full Subaru Impreza / WRX / Outback Sport review

2019 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	The Mazda6 has one clear disadvantage compared to the Honda Accord: a much less roomy (if comfortable) rear seat. There are at least three more inches of knee room in the back seat of the Honda, a dramatic difference. Mazda redesigned the Mazda6's front seats for 2018, aiming to make them wider and more comfortable. I found them reasonably comfortable, but not exceptional. The side bolsters are on the small side for a car with some sporting pretensions. see full Mazda Mazda6 review

2019 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

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