Model Year | 2012 | 2011 | |
Model | Mazda Mazda5 | Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen | |
Engine | 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 157 hp@6000 163 lb-ft@4000 |
2.5L I5 DOHC-4v 170 hp@5700 177 lb-ft@4250 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 108.3 in | 101.5 in | 6.8 in |
Length | 180.5 in | 179.3 in | 1.2 in |
Width | 68.9 in | 70.1 in | -1.2 in |
Height | 63.6 in | 59.2 in | 4.4 in |
Curb Weight | 3457 lb. | 3285 lb. | 172 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 15.9 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 1.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 38.4 in | 2.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 55.5 in | 54.8 in | 0.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.1 in | 0.0 in | 53.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 41.1 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 38.1 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 53.1 in | 2.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.8 in | 0.0 in | 57.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.4 in | 35.5 in | 3.9 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) | 76.6 in (over 2 rows) | 34 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 11.3 ft3 | 32.8 ft3 | -21.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 44.4 ft3 | 32.8 | 11.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 70.9 ft3 | 66.9 ft3 | 4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Mazda Mazda5.
2011 Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr Wagon 170-horsepower 2.5L I5 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I am a tall guy with big feet, so my vehicle choices are greatly restricted. The Jetta Sportwagen (Golf Wagon here in Canada) is very comfortable on long drives. see full Volkswagen Jetta SportWagen review |