Model Year | 2014 | 2011 | |
Model | Chevrolet Sonic | Mazda Mazda2 | |
Engine | 1.8L I4 DOHC-4v 138 hp@6300 125 lb-ft@3800 |
1.5L I4 DOHC-4v 100 hp@6000 98 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 99.4 in | 98.0 in | 1.4 in |
Length | 159.0 in | 155.5 in | 3.5 in |
Width | 68.3 in | 66.7 in | 1.6 in |
Height | 59.7 in | 58.1 in | 1.6 in |
Curb Weight | 2755 lb. | 2306 lb. | 449 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.2 gal. | 11.3 gal. | 0.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 39.1 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.4 in | 52.8 in | 0.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.4 in | 50.9 in | 0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.8 in | 42.1 in | -0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.8 in | 37.0 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.0 in | 51.2 in | 1.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.6 in | 46.8 in | 4.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.6 in | 34.8 in | -0.2 in |
Total Legroom | 76.4 in (over 2 rows) | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | -0.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.0 ft3 | 13.3 ft3 | 5.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 47.7 ft3 | 27.0 ft3 | 20.7 ft3 |
2014 Chevrolet Sonic Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 138hp 1.4L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
For a little car, the front seat room is very nice for the average person. see full Chevrolet Sonic review |
2011 Mazda Mazda2 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 100-horsepower 1.5L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Adequate, but no more, for a large 6 footer. see full Mazda Mazda2 review |
2011 Mazda Mazda2 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Hatch 100-horsepower 1.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
The rear seats are pretty good but the headrests are poorly executed. They either poke the passenger in the back or put their head in an uncomfortable position. see full Mazda Mazda2 review |