Model Year | 2014 | 2010 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda3 | Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 116 kW@6000 201 Nm@4000 |
5.3L V8 OHV-2v 239 kW@5400 454 Nm@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,946 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,460 mm | 5,131 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,796 mm | 2,007 mm | -1 mm |
Height | 1,455 mm | 1,953 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,269 kg | 2,556 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 50 L | 98 L | -48 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 980 mm | 1,044 mm | 979 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,453 mm | 1,659 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,410 mm | 1,636 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 996 mm | -41 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,382 mm | 1,656 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,359 mm | 1,539 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 909 mm | 991 mm | -82 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 963 mm | -963 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,567 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,247 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 650 mm | -650 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,981 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,690 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 572 L | 479 L | 93 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 20.2 | 1,708 L | 19.2 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,334 L | 3,084 L | -2 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 |
2010 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV, ext. 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range |
I drive about a 1000 miles a week. After driving the Suburban for 2 months, my back problems have gone away. Feel fresh after a 3 hour drive see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
2010 | 4dr SUV, ext. 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range |
Family and cargo fit comfortably see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |