Model Year | 2015 | 2012 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda3 | Honda Odyssey | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 184 hp@5700 185 lb-ft@3250 |
3.5L V6 w/DoD OHC-4v 247 hp@5700 250 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 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 | 2999 lb. | 4337 lb. | -1338 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 |
2015 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Mazda Mazda3.
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 |