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Mazda Mazda3 (2008) vs. Volvo XC60 (2011) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Mazda Mazda3 and 2011 Volvo XC60 specs.

2008 Mazda Mazda3 and 2011 Volvo XC60 Specifications

Model Year 2008 2011  
Model Mazda Mazda3 Volvo XC60  
Engine turbocharged
2.3L I4
DOHC-4v
263 hp@5500
280 lb-ft@3000
turbocharged
3.0L I6
DOHC-4v
300 hp@5600
325 lb-ft@2100
 
Transmission 6-speed manual 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD AWD  
Body 4dr Hatch 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 103.9 in 109.2 in -5.3 in
Length 176.6 in 182.2 in -5.6 in
Width 69.1 in 74.4 in -5.3 in
Height 57.7 in 67.4 in -9.7 in
Curb Weight 3041 lb. 4225 lb. -1184 lb.
Fuel Capacity 14.5 gal. 18.5 gal. -4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.1 in 38.0 in 1.1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 54.9 in 56.7 in -1.8 in
Hip Room, Row 1 54.9 in 54.2 in 0.7 in
Legroom, Row 1 41.9 in 41.2 in 0.7 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.4 in 38.1 in 0.3 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 54.0 in 55.2 in -1.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2 53.9 in 53.8 in 0.1 in
Legroom, Row 2 36.3 in 36.4 in -0.1 in
Total Legroom 78.2 in (over 2 rows) 77.6 in (over 2 rows) 0.6 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 17.1 ft3 30.8 ft3 -13.7 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 43.8 ft3 67.4 ft3 -23.6 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Mazda Mazda3

2008 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr Hatch turbocharged 263hp 2.3L I4
6-speed manual FWD
Kids easily able to get in/out of back (4-doors) and often able to take co-workers to lunch (both of which is much more of a hassle with 2-doors). see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2008 4dr Sedan 156-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Lots of leg room even with the seat all the way back see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2007 4dr Sedan 156-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Very sporty seats, excellent lumber support. Seats will ensure that you stay where you are supposed to be, even in tight cornering. After a straight 12hr trip, the seat still feels comfortable. see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2007 4dr Hatch 156-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Lots of leg space & head room, and seat adjustments possible. see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2008 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Not enough comfort-room for my son (which meant that the Mazda failed the test). see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2008 4dr Hatch turbocharged 263hp 2.3L I4
6-speed manual FWD
good for a small child, but i would not want to ride back there for long see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2008 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Too cramped for an adult see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2008 4dr Hatch 156-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Tight and uncomfortable as are most other cars in this class. see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2008 4dr Hatch 156-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Well, when the front seats are back, there is little leg room in the back seat -- to be expected in a compact. But, the rear seats are very comfortable and can handle a wider person. see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2007 4dr Hatch 156-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
This IS a smaller car. That being said, if the front seats are all the way back, people in the back had better sit Indian-style on the seats. see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2007 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 2.0L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
The Mazda 3 has very limited footroom except when the driver is of very small stature.it helps somewhat if you puchsae the model with the height adjustable seat.seat fabric on the none leather models goes bally,and becomes difficult to clean!! see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2007 4dr Hatch 156-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Rear seats are really small and tight legroom. see full Mazda Mazda3 review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Volvo XC60

2011 Volvo XC60 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 4dr SUV turbocharged 300hp 3.0L I6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
They are firm enough & well shaped to be comfortable over the long trip + also comfortable when you first sit in them see full Volvo XC60 review
 
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