Model Year | 2018 | 2012 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda3 | Ford Explorer | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 184 hp@5700 185 lb-ft@3250 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6500 255 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 112.6 in | -6.3 in |
Length | 175.6 in | 197.1 in | -21.5 in |
Width | 70.7 in | 78.9 in | -8.2 in |
Height | 57.3 in | 70.4 in | -13.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3076 lb. | 4557 lb. | -1481 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 18.6 gal. | -5.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.6 in | 40.6 in | -2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.2 in | 61.3 in | -4.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 57.3 in | -1.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 40.6 in | 1.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 40.5 in | -2.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.4 in | 61.0 in | -6.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.5 in | 56.7 in | -3.2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 39.8 in | -4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.8 in | -37.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 50.8 in | -50.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 40.7 in | -40.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 33.2 in | -33.2 in |
Total Legroom | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 113.6 in (over 3 rows) | -35.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 20.2 ft3 | 21.0 ft3 | -0.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 20.2 | 43.8 ft3 | -23.6 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 47.1 ft3 | 80.7 ft3 | -33.6 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Mazda Mazda3.
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Ford Explorer.