Model Year | 2017 | 2006 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda3 | Chevrolet Malibu | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 184 hp@5700 185 lb-ft@3250 |
3.5L V6 OHV-2v 201 hp@5400 220 lb-ft@3200 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 4-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,580 mm | 4,783 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,796 mm | 1,775 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,455 mm | 1,461 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,367 kg | 1,496 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 50 L | 62 L | -12 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 980 mm | 1,006 mm | 979 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,453 mm | 1,440 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,410 mm | 1,351 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,064 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 953 mm | 955 mm | -2 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,382 mm | 1,425 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,359 mm | 1,331 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 909 mm | 978 mm | -69 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,981 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,042 mm (over 2 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume | 351 L | 436 L | -85 L |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2017 Mazda Mazda3.
2006 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 145-horsepower 2.2L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I'm 6'5" and my wife is 5'0" - we can both drive this car comfortably. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
2007 | 4dr Hatch 217-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Rear seat adjusts 7 inches, has recline feature and fold flat for additional storage. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
2005 | 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
When have you seen a car with rear seats that both recline and adjust back & forth?!! On top of that, they people in the back get a glass roof! see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
2005 | 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good for a baby seat and full-size humans. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |
2005 | 4dr Hatch 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Outstanding - seat is adjustable fore and aft, had recline feature, each side folds flat to increase storage space. Glass panels in the roof add to the feeling of spaciousness. see full Chevrolet Malibu review |