Model Year | 2014 | 2007 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda3 | Scion tC | |
Engine | 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 116 kW@6000 201 Nm@4000 |
2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 119 kW@5700 221 Nm@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed manual | 5-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,700 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,460 mm | 4,420 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,796 mm | 1,755 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,455 mm | 1,415 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,269 kg | 1,318 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 50 L | 55 L | -5 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 980 mm | 955 mm | 25 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,453 mm | 1,379 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,410 mm | 1,351 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,072 mm | 1,057 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 955 mm | 930 mm | 25 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,382 mm | 1,270 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,359 mm | 1,201 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 909 mm | 853 mm | 56 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,981 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,910 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 572 L | 362 L | 210 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,334 L | 1,002 L | 0 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 |
2007 Scion tC Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Actual adults can sit in it comfortably see full Scion tC review |
2006 | 2dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Ample width; able to find comfortable driving position even without telescoping steering wheel. see full Scion tC review |
2007 Scion tC Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 2dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Ample room, but difficult to exit from rear seat. see full Scion tC review |