Model Year | 2008 | 2021 | |
Model | Nissan 350Z | Mazda Mazda3 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 306 hp@6800 268 lb-ft@4800 |
turbocharged 2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@5000 320 lb-ft@2500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 2dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 104.3 in | 107.3 in | -3 in |
Length | 169.8 in | 175.6 in | -5.8 in |
Width | 71.5 in | 70.7 in | 0.8 in |
Height | 52.1 in | 56.7 in | -4.6 in |
Curb Weight | 3344 lb. | 3371 lb. | -27 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.0 gal. | 13.2 gal. | 6.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 38.2 in | 38.6 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 53.6 in | 55.7 in | -2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.2 in | 54.6 in | -1.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.6 in | 42.3 in | 0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 37.2 in | -37.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 53.4 in | -53.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 50.9 in | -50.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 35.1 in | -35.1 in |
Total Legroom | 42.6 in (over 1 rows) | 77.4 in (over 2 rows) | -34.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 6.8 ft3 | 20.1 ft3 | -13.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 6.8 ft3 | 0.0 | 6.8 ft3 |
2008 Nissan 350Z Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
lots of room in front seats see full Nissan 350Z review |
2008 Nissan 350Z Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 2dr Hatch 332-horsepower 3.7L V6 7-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
It was a two seater, and I enjoy driving with people around. see full Nissan 350Z review |
2008 | 2dr Hatch 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
very cramped, not designed for very long rides. Not for tall people. see full Nissan 350Z review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
NO rear seat, limited hatch space see full Nissan 350Z review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed manual RWD |
There was no rear seat. see full Nissan 350Z review |
2007 | 2dr Hatch 306-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic RWD |
There are no rear seats in this vehicle. Was considering a 2 seater, but wife was not impressed so obtaining approval from that quarter would have been difficult. see full Nissan 350Z review |
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