Model Year | 2008 | 2013 | |
Model | Toyota Sienna | Mazda Mazda6 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 266 hp@6200 245 lb-ft@4700 |
3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 272 hp@6250 269 lb-ft@4250 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 119.3 in | 109.8 in | 9.5 in |
Length | 200.0 in | 193.7 in | 6.3 in |
Width | 77.4 in | 72.4 in | 5 in |
Height | 68.9 in | 57.9 in | 11 in |
Curb Weight | 4177 lb. | 3547 lb. | 630 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 18.5 gal. | 1.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 42.0 in | 39.4 in | 2.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.8 in | 57.3 in | 6.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 58.4 in | 55.1 in | 3.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.9 in | 42.5 in | 0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.2 in | 37.3 in | 2.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 64.9 in | 56.5 in | 8.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 67.5 in | 55.9 in | 11.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.6 in | 38.0 in | 1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.1 in | 0.0 in | 38.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 61.1 in | 0.0 in | 61.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 51.8 in | 0.0 in | 51.8 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 39.5 in | 0.0 in | 39.5 in |
Total Legroom | 122 in (over 3 rows) | 80.5 in (over 2 rows) | 41.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 43.6 ft3 | 16.6 ft3 | 27 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 94.5 ft3 | 16.6 | 77.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 148.9 ft3 | 16.6 ft3 | 132.3 ft3 |
2008 Toyota Sienna Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Room for all the kids, friends, and cargo see full Toyota Sienna review |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
With three children having ample rear seat space was very important to us. With the tri zone air system makes it comfortable for them as well. see full Toyota Sienna review |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
plenty of space and comfortable seats see full Toyota Sienna review |
2008 Toyota Sienna Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 266-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
The passenger side does not have 8 way power seat controls. see full Toyota Sienna review |
2013 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
This one, again borrowed from the earlier review, won't be an issue with most potential buyers: The Mazda6's svelte, athletically proportioned body comes at a typical price: rear seat room, as in the Ford Fusion, is merely adequate. Sitting behind my 5-9 self, my knees and head have only an inch or two of clearance, my shins none. Among major competitors, only the Chevrolet Malibu has a tighter rear seat. To carve out even this much room beneath the plunging rear roofline the new Mazda6's rear seat cushion is slightly undersized and positioned too low. That in the Fusion is more supportive. A deal killer? Unless space for large adults is a priority, no. If, on the other hand, space for large adults is a priority, then the Honda Accord and VW Passat are better bets. Even for small passengers, the Mazda6 Sport's rear seat has a key shortcoming. Unlike in the Touring and Grand Touring, there's no rear air vent to help cool the aft cabin in the summer. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2013 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
I am six feet tall with a long torso and legs, so I usually have the seat pretty far back. With the front seat in a comfortable position, the rear seats have plenty of leg and head room for adults, even more so for my kids. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |