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Mazda Mazda3 (2014) vs. Honda Odyssey (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2014 Mazda Mazda3 and 2012 Honda Odyssey specs.

2014 Mazda Mazda3 and 2012 Honda Odyssey Specifications

Model Year 2014 2012  
Model Mazda Mazda3 Honda Odyssey  
Engine 2.0L I4
DOHC-4v
155 hp@6000
148 lb-ft@4000		 3.5L V6 w/DoD
OHC-4v
247 hp@5700
250 lb-ft@4800		  
Transmission 6-speed manual 5-speed automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr Minivan, ext.  
      Difference
Wheelbase 106.3 in 118.1 in -11.8 in
Length 175.6 in 202.9 in -27.3 in
Width 70.7 in 79.2 in -8.5 in
Height 57.3 in 68.4 in -11.1 in
Curb Weight 2797 lb. 4337 lb. -1540 lb.
Fuel Capacity 13.2 gal. 21.0 gal. -7.8 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.6 in 39.7 in -1.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.2 in 64.4 in -7.2 in
Hip Room, Row 1 55.5 in 58.2 in -2.7 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.2 in 40.9 in 1.3 in
Headroom, Row 2 37.6 in 39.5 in -1.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 54.4 in 63.5 in -9.1 in
Hip Room, Row 2 53.5 in 66.1 in -12.6 in
Legroom, Row 2 35.8 in 40.9 in -5.1 in
Headroom, Row 3 0.0 in 38.0 in -38 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3 0.0 in 60.9 in -60.9 in
Hip Room, Row 3 0.0 in 48.4 in -48.4 in
Legroom, Row 3 0.0 in 42.4 in -42.4 in
Total Legroom 78 in (over 2 rows) 124.2 in (over 3 rows) -46.2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 20.2 ft3 38.4 ft3 -18.2 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 20.2 93.1 ft3 -72.9
Cargo Volume, Maximum 47.1 ft3 148.5 ft3 -101.4 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
YearComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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 2012 Honda Odyssey

2012 Honda Odyssey Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Minivan, ext. 247-horsepower 3.5L V6 w/DoD
5-speed automatic FWD		 The Odyssey has the best seat setup of any minivan on the market, by a large margin. Standard 8th seat, which is usable, easy to flip the 3rd row, adjustable 2nd row without floor rails to collect debris from kiddos. see full Honda Odyssey review
2011 4dr Minivan, ext. 247-horsepower 3.5L V6 w/DoD
6-speed automatic FWD		 Nice and roomy 2nd row, we really like the Wide mode seating. Very nice 3rd row usable by adults. see full Honda Odyssey review
2012 Honda Odyssey Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 4dr Minivan, ext. 247-horsepower 3.5L V6 w/DoD
5-speed automatic FWD		 The seats are still more thinly padded than the competition - and the third row seat angle is merely adequate. My mother in law noted that our Ody 3rd row is really like a standard seat - not "3rd class" - but the Pacifica made her feel like she was "stuck in the back". see full Honda Odyssey review
 
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