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Mazda Mazda3 (2008) vs. Audi A5 / S5 (2010) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Mazda Mazda3 and 2010 Audi A5 / S5 specs.

2008 Mazda Mazda3 and 2010 Audi A5 / S5 Specifications

Model Year 2008 2010  
Model Mazda Mazda3 Audi A5 / S5  
Engine turbocharged
2.3L I4
DOHC-4v
263 hp@5500
280 lb-ft@3000
supercharged
3.0L V6
DOHC-4v
333 hp@5500
325 lb-ft@2900
 
Transmission 6-speed manual 7-speed automated manual  
Drivetrain FWD AWD  
Body 4dr Sedan 2dr Coupe  
      Difference
Wheelbase 103.9 in 108.3 in -4.4 in
Length 178.3 in 182.1 in -3.8 in
Width 69.1 in 73.0 in -3.9 in
Height 57.7 in 54.0 in 3.7 in
Curb Weight 2991 lb. 3882 lb. -891 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.5 gal. 16.9 gal. -2.4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.1 in 39.1 in 0 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 54.9 in 54.3 in 0.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1 54.9 in 0.0 in 54.9 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.9 in 41.3 in 0.6 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.4 in 36.0 in 1.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 54.0 in 52.8 in 1.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2 53.9 in 0.0 in 53.9 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.3 in 31.7 in 4.6 in
Total Legroom 78.2 in (over 2 rows) 73 in (over 2 rows) 5.2 in
Cargo Volume 11.4 ft3 12.0 ft3 -0.6 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Mazda Mazda3

2008 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Hatch turbocharged 263hp 2.3L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Kids easily able to get in/out of back (4-doors) and often able to take co-workers to lunch (both of which is much more of a hassle with 2-doors). see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2008 4dr Sedan 156-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Lots of leg room even with the seat all the way back see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2007 4dr Sedan 156-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Very sporty seats, excellent lumber support. Seats will ensure that you stay where you are supposed to be, even in tight cornering. After a straight 12hr trip, the seat still feels comfortable. see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2007 4dr Hatch 156-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Lots of leg space & head room, and seat adjustments possible. see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2008 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Not enough comfort-room for my son (which meant that the Mazda failed the test). see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2008 4dr Hatch turbocharged 263hp 2.3L I4
6-speed manual FWD
good for a small child, but i would not want to ride back there for long see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2008 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Too cramped for an adult see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2008 4dr Hatch 156-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Tight and uncomfortable as are most other cars in this class. see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2008 4dr Hatch 156-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Well, when the front seats are back, there is little leg room in the back seat -- to be expected in a compact. But, the rear seats are very comfortable and can handle a wider person. see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2007 4dr Hatch 156-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
This IS a smaller car. That being said, if the front seats are all the way back, people in the back had better sit Indian-style on the seats. see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2007 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
The Mazda 3 has very limited footroom except when the driver is of very small stature.it helps somewhat if you puchsae the model with the height adjustable seat.seat fabric on the none leather models goes bally,and becomes difficult to clean!! see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2007 4dr Hatch 156-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Rear seats are really small and tight legroom. see full Mazda Mazda3 review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Audi A5 / S5

2010 Audi A5 / S5 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 2dr Coupe 354-horsepower 4.2L V8
6-speed manual AWD
I am 6'-7" tall. Audi builds cars that I can fit into comfortably. My 1998 A4 was the first car that truly fit me, and the S5 is just as good, if not better. see full Audi A5 / S5 review
2009 2dr Coupe 265-horsepower 3.2L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
very comfortable seating, especially with S-line package see full Audi A5 / S5 review
2010 Audi A5 / S5 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 2dr Coupe turbocharged 211hp 2.0L I4
6-speed manual AWD
nonexistent see full Audi A5 / S5 review
2009 2dr Coupe turbocharged 170hp 2.0L I4 Diesel
6-speed manual AWD
Not room enough for sufficient leg space for both front and rear passengers at the same time. Rear seat room is tight. Makes you want to avoid having rear passengers in the car. Typical for a 2-door. see full Audi A5 / S5 review
 
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