Model Year | 2008 | 2015 | |
Model | Chrysler Pacifica | Mazda Mazda3 | |
Engine | 4.0L V6 OHC-4v 253 hp@6000 262 lb-ft@4100 |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 184 hp@5700 185 lb-ft@3250 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 116.3 in | 106.3 in | 10 in |
Length | 198.5 in | 175.6 in | 22.9 in |
Width | 79.3 in | 70.7 in | 8.6 in |
Height | 66.5 in | 57.3 in | 9.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4388 lb. | 2999 lb. | 1389 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 23.0 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 9.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.2 in | 38.6 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 60.8 in | 57.2 in | 3.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 55.5 in | -0.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 42.2 in | -1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.0 in | 37.6 in | 2.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 60.5 in | 54.4 in | 6.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 53.5 in | 2.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.9 in | 35.8 in | 4.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.4 in | 0.0 in | 35.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 58.0 in | 0.0 in | 58 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 41.9 in | 0.0 in | 41.9 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 29.9 in | 0.0 in | 29.9 in |
Total Legroom | 110.7 in (over 3 rows) | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 32.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.0 ft3 | 20.2 ft3 | -7.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.6 ft3 | 20.2 | 23.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 79.5 ft3 | 47.1 ft3 | 32.4 ft3 |
2008 Chrysler Pacifica Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 253-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Great room for my 6 foot frame see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 197-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Very adjustable for long drives. see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 253-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Even my wife, an ample woman with recent back surgery, is very comfortable. see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 253-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
my kids prefer driving in the car because of the bucket seats and comfort see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 253-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The rear seats in this car (the two-row version) really are designed for adults; legroom is incomparable. Be aware that in the three-row version, the second row seats are moved forward to accomodate the third row, so there is less second row legroom. see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
2008 Chrysler Pacifica Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 253-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
3rd row seat... great option, but difficult to get to and not really big enough for adults. Seats two kids without a problem though. see full Chrysler Pacifica review |
2015 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The Mazda3 also isn't a clear choice if a roomy rear seat is a top priority. Sitting behind my 5-9 self, I had little room to spare. The rear seat in the Ford Focus is at least as tight, but has a more comfortably positioned cushion. A Honda Civic, Nissan Sentra, or Toyota Corolla has far more rear seat room. If you like how the Mazda3 looks and drives, but need more rear seat legroom, the Mazda6 offers another three inches for another $2,100 to $3,700 (depending on trim level). see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Mazda Mazda3.