Model Year | 2006 | 2012 | |
Model | Chevrolet Aveo | Mazda Mazda2 | |
Engine | 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 103 hp@6000 107 lb-ft@3600 |
1.5L I4 DOHC-4v 100 hp@6000 98 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 4-speed automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 97.6 in | 98.0 in | -0.4 in |
Length | 152.7 in | 155.5 in | -2.8 in |
Width | 65.7 in | 66.7 in | -1 in |
Height | 58.8 in | 58.1 in | 0.7 in |
Curb Weight | 2354 lb. | 2359 lb. | -5 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 12.0 gal. | 11.3 gal. | 0.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.2 in | 39.1 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.6 in | 52.8 in | 0.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 51.6 in | 50.9 in | 0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.2 in | 42.1 in | -0.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 37.0 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 52.7 in | 51.2 in | 1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 52.8 in | 46.8 in | 6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.3 in | 34.8 in | 0.5 in |
Total Legroom | 76.5 in (over 2 rows) | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | -0.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 7.1 ft3 | 13.3 ft3 | -6.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 42.0 ft3 | 27.0 ft3 | 15 ft3 |
2006 Chevrolet Aveo Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 103-horsepower 1.6L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
I am a tall guy and I can sit comfortably without having to adjust the seat very much at all see full Chevrolet Aveo review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 103-horsepower 1.6L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
As a tall guy I usually have a tough time with back seats but not in my aveo see full Chevrolet Aveo review |
2006 Chevrolet Aveo Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Hatch 103-horsepower 1.6L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
really uncomfortable see full Chevrolet Aveo review |
2012 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 |
2012 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 |