Model Year | 2017 | 2010 | |
Model | Chevrolet SS | Mazda Mazda3 | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 114.8 in | 103.9 in | 10.9 in |
Length | 195.5 in | 180.7 in | 14.8 in |
Width | 74.7 in | 69.1 in | 5.6 in |
Height | 57.9 in | 57.9 in | 0 in |
Curb Weight | 3997 lb. | 2963 lb. | 1034 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 18.8 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 4.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.7 in | 38.9 in | -0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.1 in | 54.9 in | 4.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.2 in | 0.0 in | 57.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.3 in | 42.0 in | 0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.0 in | 37.5 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 59.0 in | 54.0 in | 5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 58.0 in | 0.0 in | 58 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.7 in | 36.2 in | 3.5 in |
Total Legroom | 82 in (over 2 rows) | 78.2 in (over 2 rows) | 3.8 in |
Cargo Volume | 16.4 ft3 | 11.8 ft3 | 4.6 ft3 |
2017 Chevrolet SS Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2017 | 4dr Sedan 415-horsepower 6.2L V8 6-speed manual RWD |
Rear seat is functional and roomy. I'm 6'4" and with the drivers seat in my preferred postion there is still a decent amount of legroom behind. Overall much better than the Charger/Challenger. see full Chevrolet SS review |
2017 Chevrolet SS Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2017 | 4dr Sedan 415-horsepower 6.2L V8 6-speed manual RWD |
The front seat is just OK. Feels like a pretty flat bottom and fairly hard. Also, for a car with sporting pretentions there is surprisingly little side bolstering. see full Chevrolet SS review |
2010 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Hatch 167-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Tilt and telescopic wheel plus the adjustments with the drivers seat had me in a very good/comfortable driving position. Being comfortable allows me to concentrate on the drive ahead instead of being distracted by squirming around in the seat. see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
2010 | 4dr Hatch 167-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Being a 5 door hatch, there is plenty of room back for 2 full size adults or 3 kids/teenagers. The versatility of the hatch makes it feel like a Mini SUV. see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
2010 | 4dr Hatch 167-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very comfortable and form fitting. My butt and back feel supported. Leg room is great. see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
2009 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 263hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Kids easily able to get in/out of back (4-doors) and often able to take co-workers to lunch (both of which is much more of a hassle with 2-doors). see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
2010 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 167-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The Mazda3 is not a vehicle for transporting more than 2 people. The backseat is cramped for a full-size adult. However, when required, they will fit. see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 104-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Seating room is borderline for 2 adults, particularly leg room. 3 adults virtually impossible. see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 167-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Rear seat space can be tight see full Mazda Mazda3 review |