Model Year | 2015 | 2006 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda3 | Buick Terraza | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 155 hp@6000 148 lb-ft@4000 |
3.9L V6 OHV-2v 240 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 121.1 in | -14.8 in |
Length | 175.6 in | 205.0 in | -29.4 in |
Width | 70.7 in | 75.2 in | -4.5 in |
Height | 57.3 in | 72.0 in | -14.7 in |
Curb Weight | 2915 lb. | 4476 lb. | -1561 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 25.0 gal. | -11.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.6 in | 39.8 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.2 in | 59.9 in | -2.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 55.8 in | -0.3 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 39.9 in | 2.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 38.9 in | -1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.4 in | 61.2 in | -6.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.5 in | 61.6 in | -8.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 38.9 in | -3.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 38.1 in | -38.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.6 in | -48.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 48.3 in | -48.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 36.2 in | -36.2 in |
Total Legroom | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 115 in (over 3 rows) | -37 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 20.2 ft3 | 26.9 ft3 | -6.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 20.2 | 74.1 ft3 | -53.9 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 47.1 ft3 | 136.5 ft3 | -89.4 ft3 |
2015 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Mazda Mazda3.
2006 Buick Terraza Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
All front seats are comfortable (or better be). This car had as much room and comfort in all 3 rows as the front seat. see full Buick Terraza review |
2006 Buick Terraza Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 240-horsepower 3.9L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Interior seat configuration is abhorrant. Nigh impossbile to get to row 3 without hurting oneself. see full Buick Terraza review |