Model Year | 2014 | 2012 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda3 | Ford Focus | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 155 hp@6000 148 lb-ft@4000 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 160 hp@6500 146 lb-ft@4450 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,649 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,580 mm | 4,534 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,796 mm | 1,824 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,455 mm | 1,466 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,270 kg | 1,319 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 50 L | 47 L | 3 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 980 mm | 973 mm | 7 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,453 mm | 1,412 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,410 mm | 1,369 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,064 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 953 mm | 965 mm | -12 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,382 mm | 1,364 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,359 mm | 1,339 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 909 mm | 843 mm | 66 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,981 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,908 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 351 L | 374 L | -23 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 |
2012 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
2012 | Like other recently designed Fords, the Focus has a tighter rear seat than most competitors. At 5-9, I can sit behind myself with perhaps an inch to spare. see full Ford Focus review |
2012 Ford Focus Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed automated manual FWD |
Driver seat cushion very uncomfortable after 30 minutes; feels like no cushion in seat see full Ford Focus review |