Mazda Mazda3 (2014) vs. Ford Expedition (2014) Specs

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2014 Mazda Mazda3 and 2014 Ford Expedition Specifications

Model Year	2014	2014
Model	Mazda Mazda3	Ford Expedition
Engine	2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 155 hp@6000 148 lb-ft@4000	5.4L V8 OHC-2v 310 hp@5000 365 lb-ft@3600
Transmission	6-speed manual	6-speed automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	RWD
Body	4dr Hatch	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	106.3 in	119.0 in	-12.7 in
Length	175.6 in	206.5 in	-30.9 in
Width	70.7 in	78.8 in	-8.1 in
Height	57.3 in	77.2 in	-19.9 in
Curb Weight	2797 lb.	5578 lb.	-2781 lb.
Fuel Capacity	13.2 gal.	28.0 gal.	-14.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.6 in	39.6 in	-1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	57.2 in	63.2 in	-6 in
Hip Room, Row 1	55.5 in	60.2 in	-4.7 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.2 in	41.1 in	1.1 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.6 in	39.8 in	-2.2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	54.4 in	63.7 in	-9.3 in
Hip Room, Row 2	53.5 in	59.9 in	-6.4 in
Legroom, Row 2	35.8 in	39.1 in	-3.3 in
Headroom, Row 3	0.0 in	38.3 in	-38.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	0.0 in	51.9 in	-51.9 in
Hip Room, Row 3	0.0 in	50.2 in	-50.2 in
Legroom, Row 3	0.0 in	37.7 in	-37.7 in
Total Legroom	78 in (over 2 rows)	117.9 in (over 3 rows)	-39.9 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	20.2 ft³	18.6 ft³	1.6 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	20.2	55.0 ft³	-34.8
Cargo Volume, Maximum	47.1 ft³	108.3 ft³	-61.2 ft³

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Mazda Mazda3

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

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Mazda Mazda3

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

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2014 Ford Expedition

2014 Ford Expedition Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2014	0	The driven Limited trim had black heated and cooled front seats. The cooling was necessary in the summertime Texas heat and perfomed well - I turned them on every time I got in the car (unlike the Lexus system, that you can leave on as it is a dial, you have to activate the cooling every single time you restart the car). These thrones were comfortable for a 4 hour drive - there was more room for someone who has more girth than I. Also, adjustable pedals are a great Ford innovation that I wish more manufacturers would include. My wife (who is 11 inches shorter than me) could easily drive this beast comfortably, without sitting too close to the steering wheel. see full Ford Expedition review
2014	0	Both the second and third rows have ample room, with and without kid's car seats, for three across. The third row isn't an afterthought like in other SUVs and even 5'11" adults are happy back there. Additionally, the vents provide adequate AC in 100+ degree heat. There are plenty of easily accessible LATCH anchors if you wish (although seatbelts are generally just as easy and have a higher weight rating with car seats than the LATCH anchors). Most minivans (except the Odyssey) do not have LATCH in the center of the second row - only on the outboard - and only have LATCH in the center of the third row. The Expedition (and Odyssey) is nice because they are flexible where you can put car seats comfortably. see full Ford Expedition review

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