Model Year | 2014 | 2011 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda3 | Acura MDX | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 137 kW@5700 251 Nm@3250 |
3.7L V6 OHC-4v 224 kW@6300 366 Nm@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,751 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,460 mm | 4,867 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,796 mm | 1,994 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,455 mm | 1,732 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,362 kg | 2,064 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 50 L | 79 L | -29 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 980 mm | 996 mm | -16 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,453 mm | 1,565 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,410 mm | 1,499 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,046 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 980 mm | -25 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,382 mm | 1,562 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,359 mm | 1,501 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 909 mm | 983 mm | -74 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 953 mm | -953 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,450 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,067 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 739 mm | -739 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,981 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,769 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 572 L | 425 L | 147 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 20.2 | 1,215 L | 19.2 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,334 L | 2,364 L | -1 L |
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 |
2011 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The interior prioritizes appearance over actual utility; it's surprisingly cramped for such a large vehicle. For example, my Highlander is roughly the same size externally but seems downright cavernous on the inside in comparison. A rear passenger can fully stretch out in the Toyota. Not so in the Acura. see full Acura MDX review |