Model Year | 2009 | 2014 | |
Model | Jeep Wrangler | Mazda Mazda3 | |
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Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 116.0 in | 106.3 in | 9.7 in |
Length | 184.4 in | 175.6 in | 8.8 in |
Width | 73.9 in | 70.7 in | 3.2 in |
Height | 72.3 in | 57.3 in | 15 in |
Curb Weight | 4180 lb. | 2797 lb. | 1383 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.6 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 8.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 38.6 in | 2.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.8 in | 57.2 in | -1.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 55.5 in | 0.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.0 in | 42.2 in | -1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.3 in | 37.6 in | 2.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 56.8 in | 54.4 in | 2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.7 in | 53.5 in | 3.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 37.2 in | 35.8 in | 1.4 in |
Total Legroom | 78.2 in (over 2 rows) | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 0.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 46.4 ft3 | 20.2 ft3 | 26.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 82.0 ft3 | 47.1 ft3 | 34.9 ft3 |
2009 Jeep Wrangler Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range |
It is big enough that I can take three passengers in relative comfort, considering the type of vehicle that it is. see full Jeep Wrangler review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
extra two seats plus a cargo area make for a great family vehicle/ hauler see full Jeep Wrangler review |
2009 Jeep Wrangler Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The seats are not as comfortable as my trucks seats were. They are pretty basic but so is all of the interior of the Wrangler. It is made to get dirty, not look good or be comfortable. see full Jeep Wrangler review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 202-horsepower 3.8L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Not really comfortable for a long trip for an adult.... great for the dogs see full Jeep Wrangler 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 |