Model Year | 2010 | 2014 | |
Model | Pontiac Vibe | Mazda Mazda3 | |
Engine | 2.4L I4 DOHC-4v 118 kW@6000 220 Nm@4000 |
2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 116 kW@6000 201 Nm@4000 |
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Transmission | 5-speed manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Hatch | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,601 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,346 mm | 4,460 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,765 mm | 1,796 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,549 mm | 1,455 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,386 kg | 1,295 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 49 L | 50 L | -1 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,029 mm | 980 mm | -979 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,354 mm | 1,453 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,328 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,057 mm | 1,072 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,001 mm | 955 mm | -954 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,336 mm | 1,382 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,110 mm | 1,359 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 919 mm | 909 mm | 10 mm |
Total Legroom | 1,976 mm (over 2 rows) | 1,981 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 569 L | 572 L | -3 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,399 L | 1,334 L | 0 L |
2010 Pontiac Vibe Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Hatch 132-horsepower 1.8L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
There is no rear seat room or comfort unless you are a less than 5 ft tall child. see full Pontiac Vibe review |
2009 | 4dr Hatch 158-horsepower 2.4L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
compared to my sons beamer i like the higher more cushioned feel.this car is higher in design than any ive seen.the gt leather seats sort of wrap around you-very comfotable see full Pontiac Vibe review |
2014 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
The Mazda3 also isn't a clear choice if a roomy rear seat is a top priority. Sitting behind my 5-9 self, I had little room to spare. The rear seat in the Ford Focus is at least as tight, but has a more comfortably positioned cushion. A Honda Civic, Nissan Sentra, or Toyota Corolla has far more rear seat room. If you like how the Mazda3 looks and drives, but need more rear seat legroom, the Mazda6 offers another three inches for another $2,100 to $3,700 (depending on trim level). see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
2014 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Hatch 155-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Nice contoured, form fitting seats offer plenty of support, quite comfortable. see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
2014 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 4dr Hatch 155-horsepower 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Rear seat a bit tight, needs more room back there. see full Mazda Mazda3 review |