Chrysler Pacifica (2017) vs. Mazda Mazda3 (2010) Specs

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2017 Chrysler Pacifica and 2010 Mazda Mazda3 Specifications

Model Year	2017	2010
Model	Chrysler Pacifica	Mazda Mazda3
Engine	3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 287 hp@6400 262 lb-ft@4000	turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 263 hp@5500 280 lb-ft@3000
Transmission	9-speed automatic	6-speed manual
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	4dr Minivan, ext.	4dr Hatch
			Difference
Wheelbase	121.6 in	103.9 in	17.7 in
Length	203.6 in	177.4 in	26.2 in
Width	79.6 in	69.1 in	10.5 in
Height	69.9 in	57.9 in	12 in
Curb Weight	4330 lb.	3221 lb.	1109 lb.
Fuel Capacity	19.0 gal.	15.9 gal.	3.1 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	40.1 in	38.9 in	1.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	63.8 in	54.9 in	8.9 in
Hip Room, Row 1	59.0 in	0.0 in	59 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.1 in	42.0 in	-0.9 in
Headroom, Row 2	39.6 in	38.0 in	1.6 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	63.0 in	54.0 in	9 in
Hip Room, Row 2	64.8 in	0.0 in	64.8 in
Legroom, Row 2	39.0 in	36.2 in	2.8 in
Headroom, Row 3	38.7 in	0.0 in	38.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	61.2 in	0.0 in	61.2 in
Hip Room, Row 3	49.6 in	0.0 in	49.6 in
Legroom, Row 3	36.5 in	0.0 in	36.5 in
Total Legroom	116.6 in (over 3 rows)	78.2 in (over 2 rows)	38.4 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	32.3 ft³	17.0 ft³	15.3 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	87.5 ft³	17.0	70.5 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	140.5 ft³	43.8 ft³	96.7 ft³

2017 Chrysler Pacifica Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	Chrysler has revised its "Stow 'n Go" seats a few times to improve their comfort, and the latest ones are better. But they still feel smaller, firmer, and less comfortable than the conventional captain's chairs in competitors. This noted, unless you'll regularly carry adults in back, and they're picky about seat comfort, the Pacifica's seats should be good enough. A removable center seat for the second row has been added to the options list. With this seat the Pacifica can, like the Sienna and Odyssey, carry eight people in a pinch. But the same seat in the Sienna is much more comfortable. The Pacifica's third row is more competitive in terms of comfort. Roominess in both cases is better than in the Kia Sedona, perhaps about even with the Toyota Sienna, and less than in the Honda Odyssey, which is the roomiest of the bunch. If you're used to a crossover any of these minivans will seem very roomy. The third-row seats in most crossovers aren't in the same league. see full Chrysler Pacifica review

2017 Chrysler Pacifica Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2017	4dr Minivan, ext. 287-horsepower 3.6L V6 9-speed automatic FWD	The seats are still more thinly padded than the competition - and the third row seat angle is merely adequate. My mother in law noted that our Ody 3rd row is really like a standard seat - not "3rd class" - but the Pacifica made her feel like she was "stuck in the back". see full Chrysler Pacifica 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

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