Model Year | 2011 | 2020 | |
Model | Volvo V50 | Mazda Mazda6 | |
Engine | turbocharged 2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 227 hp@5000 236 lb-ft@1500 |
turbocharged 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5000 320 lb-ft@2500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,639 mm | 2,830 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,521 mm | 4,864 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,770 mm | 1,839 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,473 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,619 kg | 1,624 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 60 L | 62 L | -2 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 988 mm | 975 mm | 13 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,402 mm | 1,450 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,364 mm | 1,425 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,057 mm | 1,072 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 968 mm | 942 mm | 26 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,374 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,288 mm | 1,425 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 874 mm | 983 mm | -109 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,930 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,055 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 362 L | 419 L | -57 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,252 L | 14.8 | -13.8 L |
2011 Volvo V50 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 113hp 1.6L I4 Diesel 6-speed manual FWD |
Rear seat is slightly hampered by limited head/leg/sideways room, but for normal sized persons the seat is fantastic for two with splending leg and back support. Car is also very silent, making long drives a pleasure. see full Volvo V50 review |
2010 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.4L I5 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lots of front seat room. Good dash design accommodates tall passengers with rear facing car seat behind. Seat was vertically adjustable providing lots of hear room. see full Volvo V50 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 |