Model Year | 2006 | 2014 | |
Model | Jeep Grand Cherokee | Mazda Mazda3 | |
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Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
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Wheelbase | 109.5 in | 106.3 in | 3.2 in |
Length | 186.6 in | 175.6 in | 11 in |
Width | 73.3 in | 70.7 in | 2.6 in |
Height | 67.7 in | 57.3 in | 10.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4254 lb. | 2797 lb. | 1457 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.8 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 7.6 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.7 in | 38.6 in | 1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.1 in | 57.2 in | 1.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.6 in | 55.5 in | 2.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 42.2 in | -0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 37.6 in | 1.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.5 in | 54.4 in | 4.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 60.6 in | 53.5 in | 7.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.5 in | 35.8 in | -0.3 in |
Total Legroom | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 78 in (over 2 rows) | -0.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 34.5 ft3 | 20.2 ft3 | 14.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 67.4 ft3 | 47.1 ft3 | 20.3 ft3 |
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Very comfortable driving. see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review |
2006 Jeep Grand Cherokee Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 4.7L V8 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
That and MPG are the only real faults so far after 15000 miles and 15 mons. I think our 2001 GC has more seat comfort although the 07s seats do fold over easier than the 01s. see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 3.7L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
Very little leg room for an adult. see full Jeep Grand Cherokee review |
2014 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 |
2014 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Hatch 155-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Nice contoured, form fitting seats offer plenty of support, quite comfortable. see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
2014 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Hatch 155-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Rear seat a bit tight, needs more room back there. see full Mazda Mazda3 review |