Mazda Mazda3 (2010) vs. Dodge Charger (2011) Specs

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2010 Mazda Mazda3 and 2011 Dodge Charger Specifications

Model Year	2010	2011
Model	Mazda Mazda3	Dodge Charger
Engine	turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 263 hp@5500 280 lb-ft@3000	5.7L V8 OHV-2v 370 hp@5250 395 lb-ft@4200
Transmission	6-speed manual	5-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	RWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr Sedan
			Difference
Wheelbase	103.9 in	120.2 in	-16.3 in
Length	180.7 in	199.9 in	-19.2 in
Width	69.1 in	75.0 in	-5.9 in
Height	57.9 in	58.4 in	-0.5 in
Curb Weight	3179 lb.	4253 lb.	-1074 lb.
Fuel Capacity	14.5 gal.	19.1 gal.	-4.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.9 in	38.6 in	0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	54.9 in	59.5 in	-4.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1	0.0 in	56.2 in	-56.2 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.0 in	41.8 in	0.2 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.5 in	36.6 in	0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	54.0 in	57.9 in	-3.9 in
Hip Room, Row 2	0.0 in	56.1 in	-56.1 in
Legroom, Row 2	36.2 in	40.1 in	-3.9 in
Total Legroom	78.2 in (over 2 rows)	81.9 in (over 2 rows)	-3.7 in
Cargo Volume	11.8 ft³	15.4 ft³	-3.6 ft³

2010 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2010	4dr Hatch 167-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD	Tilt and telescopic wheel plus the adjustments with the drivers seat had me in a very good/comfortable driving position. Being comfortable allows me to concentrate on the drive ahead instead of being distracted by squirming around in the seat. see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2010	4dr Hatch 167-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD	Being a 5 door hatch, there is plenty of room back for 2 full size adults or 3 kids/teenagers. The versatility of the hatch makes it feel like a Mini SUV. see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2010	4dr Hatch 167-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Very comfortable and form fitting. My butt and back feel supported. Leg room is great. see full Mazda Mazda3 review
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

2010 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2011	4dr Sedan 167-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD	The Mazda3 is not a vehicle for transporting more than 2 people. The backseat is cramped for a full-size adult. However, when required, they will fit. see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2011	4dr Sedan 104-horsepower 1.6L I4 5-speed manual FWD	Seating room is borderline for 2 adults, particularly leg room. 3 adults virtually impossible. see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2010	4dr Sedan 167-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD	Rear seat space can be tight see full Mazda Mazda3 review

2011 Dodge Charger Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2012	The V6 Charger also feels right because it sits right. Sitting moderately high in the big comfortable seat gazing over an expansive hood, you might start to wonder why traditional American cars don't rule the road the way they once did. Visibility isn't the best, but the 2011 redesign did enlarge the windows, alleviating the bunker-like ambiance of the 2005-2010 sedans. see full Dodge Charger review

2011 Dodge Charger Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2010	4dr Sedan 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic RWD	I previously owned a crossover vehicle and this car has much more leg room. see full Dodge Charger review

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