Model Year | 2015 | 2006 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda3 | Nissan Murano | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 184 hp@5700 185 lb-ft@3250 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 245 hp@5800 246 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 111.2 in | -4.9 in |
Length | 175.6 in | 187.6 in | -12 in |
Width | 70.7 in | 74.0 in | -3.3 in |
Height | 57.3 in | 66.5 in | -9.2 in |
Curb Weight | 2999 lb. | 3851 lb. | -852 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 13.2 gal. | 21.7 gal. | -8.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.6 in | 40.7 in | -2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.2 in | 59.6 in | -2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 56.2 in | -0.7 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.2 in | 43.4 in | -1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 37.6 in | 39.7 in | -2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 54.4 in | 59.1 in | -4.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 53.5 in | 56.6 in | -3.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 35.8 in | 36.1 in | -0.3 in |
Total Legroom | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 79.5 in (over 2 rows) | -1.5 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 20.2 ft3 | 32.6 ft3 | -12.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 47.1 ft3 | 81.6 ft3 | -34.5 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.
2006 Nissan Murano Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD |
Feels more expensive and luxurious, like a Jaguar see full Nissan Murano review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD |
It is large enough to comfortably seat three people, plus still having a large capacity trunk. see full Nissan Murano review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD |
Perfect for a taller person; longer seat bottom gives better support; 8 way seat lets one get just the right position. see full Nissan Murano review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT AWD |
Plenty of room for an adult to stretch out and the reclining rear seats make it that much nicer. see full Nissan Murano review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD |
Lots of stretch out space. Not cramped. see full Nissan Murano review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD |
Foot room not cramped. Lots of stretch room. see full Nissan Murano review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT AWD |
Can fit 4 150lb persons easy. Plenty of room to move around with 3 any size! see full Nissan Murano review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Even I can ride in the back seat. Not something that I can do in a lot of cars. see full Nissan Murano review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT AWD |
Room for 4 regular size! need to say more! see full Nissan Murano review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Very roomy see full Nissan Murano review |
2006 Nissan Murano Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 245-horsepower 3.5L V6 CVT FWD |
I had a Camaro once, and the seats would have been better suited to that, rather than a crossover to take to work and back. The lumbar hurt, no matter where I set it. see full Nissan Murano review |