Model Year | 2015 | 2006 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda3 | Nissan Pathfinder | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 137 kW@5700 251 Nm@3250 |
4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 201 kW@5600 395 Nm@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,850 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,460 mm | 4,765 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,796 mm | 1,849 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,455 mm | 1,839 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,360 kg | 1,984 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 50 L | 80 L | -30 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 980 mm | 1,016 mm | 979 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,453 mm | 1,481 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,410 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,077 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 1,013 mm | 954 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,382 mm | 1,483 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,359 mm | 1,463 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 909 mm | 869 mm | 40 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 932 mm | -932 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,450 mm | -1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,118 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 714 mm | -714 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,981 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,659 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 572 L | 467 L | 105 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 20.2 | 1,393 L | 19.2 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,334 L | 2,243 L | -1 L |
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 Pathfinder Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Rear seat is cramped. I would gladly give up the third row seat, for more room for the rear (2nd row) seats. see full Nissan Pathfinder review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Rear seating is small for long hauls, and seats WAY too hard see full Nissan Pathfinder review |