Model Year | 2012 | 2007 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda2 | Hyundai Tucson | |
Engine | 1.5L I4 DOHC-4v 100 hp@6000 98 lb-ft@4000 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 140 hp@6000 136 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 4-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.0 in | 103.5 in | -5.5 in |
Length | 155.5 in | 170.3 in | -14.8 in |
Width | 66.7 in | 70.7 in | -4 in |
Height | 58.1 in | 66.1 in | -8 in |
Curb Weight | 2306 lb. | 3266 lb. | -960 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.3 gal. | 15.3 gal. | -4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 40.3 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.8 in | 56.6 in | -3.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.9 in | 52.4 in | -1.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 42.1 in | 0 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 38.8 in | -1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 51.2 in | 56.3 in | -5.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 46.8 in | 51.2 in | -4.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.8 in | 37.2 in | -2.4 in |
Total Legroom | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 79.3 in (over 2 rows) | -2.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.3 ft3 | 22.7 ft3 | -9.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 27.0 ft3 | 65.5 ft3 | -38.5 ft3 |
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 |
2007 Hyundai Tucson Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.7L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Plenty of leg room. see full Hyundai Tucson review |
2007 Hyundai Tucson Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 173-horsepower 2.7L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear leg room is non existant. My wife and I have an empty nest for the most part it is only the two of us. see full Hyundai Tucson review |