Model Year | 2014 | 2006 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda3 | Nissan Sentra | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 184 hp@5700 185 lb-ft@3250 |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 165 hp@6000 175 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Sedan | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,535 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,580 mm | 4,509 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,796 mm | 1,709 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,455 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,363 kg | 1,252 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 50 L | 50 L | 0 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 980 mm | 1,013 mm | 979 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,453 mm | 1,334 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,410 mm | 1,323 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,057 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 953 mm | 940 mm | 13 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,382 mm | 1,336 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,359 mm | 1,328 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 909 mm | 856 mm | 53 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,981 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,913 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume | 351 L | 328 L | 23 L |
2014 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 |
2014 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 |
2014 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 |
2006 Nissan Sentra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 175-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
these seats are great they have lots of room not to mention back support and side bolsters see full Nissan Sentra review |
2006 Nissan Sentra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 140-horsepower 2.0L I4 CVT FWD |
Seats are hard. Headrest forces your head to bend too far forward. Sculpted seat backs forces your shoulders too far forward from your spine. see full Nissan Sentra review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan 126-horsepower 1.8L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
With the front seats all the way back, children can barely fit their legs behind the seats. see full Nissan Sentra review |