Model Year | 2018 | 2009 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda3 | Mercedes-Benz R-Class | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 184 hp@5700 185 lb-ft@3250 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 268 hp@6000 258 lb-ft@2400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 126.6 in | -20.3 in |
Length | 175.6 in | 203.0 in | -27.4 in |
Width | 70.7 in | 75.7 in | -5 in |
Height | 57.3 in | 65.4 in | -8.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3076 lb. | 4829 lb. | -1753 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 25.1 gal. | -11.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.6 in | 39.8 in | -1.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.2 in | 60.3 in | -3.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 0.0 in | 55.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 39.8 in | 2.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 40.4 in | -2.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.4 in | 59.6 in | -5.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.5 in | 0.0 in | 53.5 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 36.2 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 37.2 in | -37.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 52.8 in | -52.8 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 32.4 in | -32.4 in |
Total Legroom | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 108.4 in (over 3 rows) | -30.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 20.2 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 | 4.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 20.2 | 42.2 ft3 | -22 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 47.1 ft3 | 85.0 ft3 | -37.9 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2018 Mazda Mazda3.
2009 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very roomie see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |
2009 Mercedes-Benz R-Class Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr SUV 268-horsepower 3.5L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Three different lumbar pumps...don't seem to be very different in what is inflated. see full Mercedes-Benz R-Class review |