Model Year | 2006 | 2011 | |
Model | Volvo S40 | Mazda Mazda6 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 218 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 272 hp@6250 269 lb-ft@4250 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 103.9 in | 109.8 in | -5.9 in |
Length | 175.9 in | 193.7 in | -17.8 in |
Width | 69.7 in | 72.4 in | -2.7 in |
Height | 57.2 in | 57.9 in | -0.7 in |
Curb Weight | 3278 lb. | 3547 lb. | -269 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -2.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.9 in | 39.4 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.2 in | 57.3 in | -2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.7 in | 55.1 in | -1.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 42.5 in | -0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 37.3 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.1 in | 56.5 in | -2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 50.7 in | 55.9 in | -5.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.4 in | 38.0 in | -3.6 in |
Total Legroom | 76 in (over 2 rows) | 80.5 in (over 2 rows) | -4.5 in |
Cargo Volume | 12.6 ft3 | 16.6 ft3 | -4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2006 Volvo S40.
2011 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
seats are medicore but with good additional seat support back does not hurt after long drive. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 170-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
No back pain see full Mazda Mazda6 review |