Model Year | 2014 | 2006 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda5 | Volkswagen New Beetle | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 157 hp@6000 163 lb-ft@4000 |
2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 150 hp@5000 170 lb-ft@3750 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan | 2dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.3 in | 98.7 in | 9.6 in |
Length | 180.5 in | 161.1 in | 19.4 in |
Width | 68.9 in | 67.9 in | 1 in |
Height | 63.6 in | 59.0 in | 4.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3457 lb. | 2965 lb. | 492 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 1.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 38.2 in | 2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 52.8 in | 2.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 0.0 in | 53.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 39.4 in | 1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 36.7 in | 2.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 49.3 in | 6.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.8 in | 0.0 in | 57.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 33.5 in | 5.9 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.1 in | 0.0 in | 37.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 49.3 in | 0.0 in | 49.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 40.9 in | 0.0 in | 40.9 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 30.5 in | 0.0 in | 30.5 in |
Total Legroom | 110.6 in (over 3 rows) | 72.9 in (over 2 rows) | 37.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 11.3 ft3 | 12.0 ft3 | -0.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 44.4 ft3 | 12.0 | 32.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 70.9 ft3 | 27.2 ft3 | 43.7 ft3 |
2014 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 Volkswagen New Beetle Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 2dr Convertible turbocharged 150hp 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Adults can sit in the back see full Volkswagen New Beetle review |