Model Year | 2011 | 2012 | |
Model | Honda CR-V | Mazda Mazda2 | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 180 hp@6800 161 lb-ft@4400 |
1.5L I4 DOHC-4v 100 hp@6000 98 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,619 mm | 2,489 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,554 mm | 3,950 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,819 mm | 1,694 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,679 mm | 1,476 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,537 kg | 1,046 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 58 L | 43 L | 15 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,039 mm | 993 mm | -992 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,445 mm | 1,341 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,420 mm | 1,293 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,049 mm | 1,069 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 980 mm | 940 mm | 40 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,422 mm | 1,300 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,387 mm | 1,189 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 978 mm | 884 mm | 94 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,027 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,953 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 1,011 L | 377 L | -376 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,064 L | 765 L | -763 L |
2011 Honda CR-V Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 180-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic AWD |
I sometimes have elderly passengers. They do not have to squirm to get in or do calesthenics to get out. see full Honda CR-V review |
2011 Honda CR-V Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 180-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed automatic AWD |
Could not find a comfortable position, even with a power seat. see full Honda CR-V 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 |