Mazda Mazda3 (2013) vs. Nissan Murano (2010) Specs

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2013 Mazda Mazda3 and 2010 Nissan Murano Specifications

Model Year	2013	2010
Model	Mazda Mazda3	Nissan Murano
Engine	turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 263 hp@5500 280 lb-ft@3000	3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 265 hp@6000 248 lb-ft@4000
Transmission	6-speed manual	CVT
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	4dr Hatch	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	103.9 in	111.2 in	-7.3 in
Length	177.4 in	188.5 in	-11.1 in
Width	69.1 in	74.1 in	-5 in
Height	57.9 in	67.0 in	-9.1 in
Curb Weight	3281 lb.	3855 lb.	-574 lb.
Fuel Capacity	14.5 gal.	21.7 gal.	-7.2 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	38.1 in	40.1 in	-2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	54.9 in	59.6 in	-4.7 in
Hip Room, Row 1	53.7 in	54.8 in	-1.1 in
Legroom, Row 1	42.0 in	43.6 in	-1.6 in
Headroom, Row 2	37.7 in	39.4 in	-1.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	54.0 in	59.6 in	-5.6 in
Hip Room, Row 2	52.2 in	55.4 in	-3.2 in
Legroom, Row 2	36.2 in	36.3 in	-0.1 in
Total Legroom	78.2 in (over 2 rows)	79.9 in (over 2 rows)	-1.7 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	17.0 ft³	32.6 ft³	-15.6 ft³
Cargo Volume, Maximum	42.8 ft³	81.6 ft³	-38.8 ft³

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TrueDelta Reviews the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2013 Mazda Mazda3

2013 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
2012	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 2013 Mazda Mazda3

2013 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

2013 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	4dr Hatch 155-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	It's a joke. You can't fit anything in the back seat aside from children and/or groceries/shopping. Putting an adult back there will require a sincere apology, and possibly a written note and gift bottle of wine. see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2012	4dr Sedan 155-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	Non of either if the front seats are all the way back, but rear seat room is NOT a factor for me. see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2012	4dr Sedan 155-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD	I bought this car to replace a 2004 Mazda 6i Hatchback that I truly loved (got rear-ended and totaled). I did not like the 2012 Mazda 6 at all (or the milage it got), so I went the 3 with Skyactiv. The rear seat and rear legroom is just a bit too small. If it were a tad larger, this would be a awesome car, but the great mileage I get offsets this to a certain degree. see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2012	4dr Hatch 155-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed manual FWD	Rear seat is rather tight, worse than my old Protege5 see full Mazda Mazda3 review

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Nissan Murano

2010 Nissan Murano Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2010	4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT AWD	You can fit comfortably 3 adults across the back (for short to medium trips) or two car seats and one adult. see full Nissan Murano review
2010	4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT AWD	Hip point makes easy entry/egress. Supports my 265 pound frame. Offers enough leg/hip/shoulder room. Seats are heated, which is great in the cold Arctic. Many choices of moving/tilting helps me get a comfortable position at all times whild driving! see full Nissan Murano review
2009	4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD	Very comfy for the long hauls. see full Nissan Murano review
2009	4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD	Grown up 6'ish sons, there's plenty of room for them in back. see full Nissan Murano review
2009	4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD	The power driver seat and tilting/telescopic steer wheel puts you in perfect driving position- I felt that the RAV-4s steering wheel was always too far away. see full Nissan Murano review
2009	4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT AWD	Very roomy and comfortable. Heated seats add a nice touch. see full Nissan Murano review
2009	4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT AWD	Reclining rear seats with plenty of leg and head room. see full Nissan Murano review
2009	4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT AWD	Fully adjustable , lumbar, heated leather. see full Nissan Murano review
2009	4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD	There is plenty of room in the front seat area. It feels open and spacious. Tall drivers might find they would like a little more headroom or the ability to lower the seat another inch. see full Nissan Murano review
2009	4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD	The rear set is large and fairly comfortable with plenty of leg room and easy access. The rear seat backs recline, making them more comfortable for travel. see full Nissan Murano review

2010 Nissan Murano Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Body/Powertrain	Comment
2009	4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD	Overall, the seat is too soft. The seatback is completely lacking in lateral support and the cushion is too short with no thigh support. It�s fine for around town driving, but tiring after just an hour of highway travel. The lumbar support is decent, b see full Nissan Murano review
2009	4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT AWD	Slghtly less leg room for 2nd row passenger see full Nissan Murano review

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