Model Year | 2011 | 2010 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda2 | Toyota Avalon | |
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Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 98.0 in | 111.0 in | -13 in |
Length | 155.5 in | 197.2 in | -41.7 in |
Width | 66.7 in | 72.8 in | -6.1 in |
Height | 58.1 in | 58.5 in | -0.4 in |
Curb Weight | 2306 lb. | 3495 lb. | -1189 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 11.3 gal. | 18.5 gal. | -7.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.1 in | 38.8 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 52.8 in | 59.4 in | -6.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 50.9 in | 55.8 in | -4.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 41.3 in | 0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.0 in | 37.5 in | -0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 51.2 in | 58.2 in | -7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 46.8 in | 56.2 in | -9.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.8 in | 40.9 in | -6.1 in |
Total Legroom | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 82.2 in (over 2 rows) | -5.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.3 ft3 | 14.4 ft3 | -1.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 27.0 ft3 | 14.4 ft3 | 12.6 ft3 |
2011 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 |
2011 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 |
2010 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Heated seats are wonderful in winter. Dual zone heater/air conditioner a plus for driver/passenger comfort. Back-up camera is handy for checking what the mirrors don't pick up. Quiet, smooth engine/transmission. Comfortable seats are easily adjustable. Easy access and good leg-room in rear seats. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2011 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Heated seats are wonderful in winter. Dual zone heater/air conditioner a plus for driver/passenger comfort. Back-up camera is handy for checking what the mirrors don't pick up. Quiet, smooth engine/transmission. Comfortable seats are easily adjustable. Easy access and good leg-room in rear seats. see full Toyota Avalon review |
2010 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Seats are too short. Toyota seats are generally not comfortable, but for a car in this price range I would have expected better. see full Toyota Avalon review |