Model Year | 2008 | 2012 | |
Model | Chevrolet Aveo | Mazda Mazda2 | |
Engine | 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 103 hp@5800 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 | 11.0 gal. | 11.3 gal. | -0.3 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 |
2008 Chevrolet Aveo Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Hatch 106-horsepower 1.6L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
its just like a pickup seat lots of headroom and i am 6 foot 2 with a long torso see full Chevrolet Aveo review |
2008 Chevrolet Aveo Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Hatch 103-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
My right knee hit the center console. It was impossible for me to find a comfortable driving position with my particular body type. 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 |