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 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 3,000 mm | -1 mm |
Length | 4,460 mm | 5,154 mm | -1 mm |
Width | 1,796 mm | 2,012 mm | -1 mm |
Height | 1,455 mm | 1,737 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,269 kg | 1,967 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 50 L | 79 L | -29 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 980 mm | 1,008 mm | 979 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,453 mm | 1,636 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,410 mm | 1,478 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,039 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 1,003 mm | 954 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,382 mm | 1,613 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,359 mm | 1,679 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 909 mm | 1,039 mm | 908 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 965 mm | -965 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,547 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,229 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,077 mm | -1 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,981 mm (over 2 rows) | 3,155 mm (over 3 rows) | -2 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 572 L | 1,087 L | 571 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 20.2 | 2,636 L | 18.2 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,334 L | 4,205 L | -3 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 Honda Odyssey Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |