Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda3 | Kia Sedona | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Minivan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,639 mm | 2,891 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,486 mm | 4,811 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,755 mm | 1,984 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,466 mm | 1,760 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,274 kg | 1,980 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 55 L | 80 L | -25 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 993 mm | 1,039 mm | 992 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,394 mm | 1,605 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,394 mm | 1,504 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,064 mm | 1,059 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 975 mm | 1,011 mm | 974 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,372 mm | 1,659 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,369 mm | 1,671 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 922 mm | 940 mm | -18 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 925 mm | -925 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,453 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,252 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 861 mm | -861 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,986 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,860 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 484 L | 365 L | 119 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 17.1 | 1,750 L | 16.1 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,240 L | 3,435 L | -2 L |
2008 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 263hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Kids easily able to get in/out of back (4-doors) and often able to take co-workers to lunch (both of which is much more of a hassle with 2-doors). see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lots of leg room even with the seat all the way back see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Very sporty seats, excellent lumber support. Seats will ensure that you stay where you are supposed to be, even in tight cornering. After a straight 12hr trip, the seat still feels comfortable. see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
2007 | 4dr Hatch 156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lots of leg space & head room, and seat adjustments possible. see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
2008 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Not enough comfort-room for my son (which meant that the Mazda failed the test). see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 263hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
good for a small child, but i would not want to ride back there for long see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Too cramped for an adult see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch 156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Tight and uncomfortable as are most other cars in this class. see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch 156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Well, when the front seats are back, there is little leg room in the back seat -- to be expected in a compact. But, the rear seats are very comfortable and can handle a wider person. see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
2007 | 4dr Hatch 156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
This IS a smaller car. That being said, if the front seats are all the way back, people in the back had better sit Indian-style on the seats. see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The Mazda 3 has very limited footroom except when the driver is of very small stature.it helps somewhat if you puchsae the model with the height adjustable seat.seat fabric on the none leather models goes bally,and becomes difficult to clean!! see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
2007 | 4dr Hatch 156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Rear seats are really small and tight legroom. see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
2009 Kia Sedona Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 250-horsepower 3.8L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Great second row. Not so convinced by third row comfort. see full Kia Sedona review |