Model Year | 2015 | 2006 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda5 | Pontiac Montana SV6 | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 157 hp@6000 163 lb-ft@4000 |
3.5L V6 OHV-2v 201 hp@5600 216 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.3 in | 121.1 in | -12.8 in |
Length | 180.5 in | 205.6 in | -25.1 in |
Width | 68.9 in | 72.0 in | -3.1 in |
Height | 63.6 in | 72.0 in | -8.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3457 lb. | 4376 lb. | -919 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 25.0 gal. | -9.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 39.8 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 59.9 in | -4.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 0.0 in | 53.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 39.9 in | 0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 38.9 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 61.2 in | -5.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.8 in | 0.0 in | 57.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 38.9 in | 0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.1 in | 38.1 in | -1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 49.3 in | 48.6 in | 0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.9 in | 0.0 in | 40.9 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 30.5 in | 36.2 in | -5.7 in |
Total Legroom | 110.6 in (over 3 rows) | 115 in (over 3 rows) | -4.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 11.3 ft3 | 26.9 ft3 | -15.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 44.4 ft3 | 74.5 ft3 | -30.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 70.9 ft3 | 136.5 ft3 | -65.6 ft3 |
2015 Mazda Mazda5 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2014 | 4dr Minivan 157-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The front seat head rests are horrific. They jut out and force your head, neck and entire upper back into an uncomfortable position. I'm sure this is part of some ill-conceived anti-whiplast design, but it's awful. I'd rather risk some whiplash than drive every day with this! see full Mazda Mazda5 review |
2006 Pontiac Montana SV6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 200-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Front seats are very comfortable and roomy compared to the Chrysler Town and Country see full Pontiac Montana SV6 review |