Model Year | 2007 | 2008 | |
Model | Saturn Outlook | Mazda Mazda3 | |
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Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 118.9 in | 103.9 in | 15 in |
Length | 200.7 in | 176.6 in | 24.1 in |
Width | 78.2 in | 69.1 in | 9.1 in |
Height | 72.8 in | 57.7 in | 15.1 in |
Curb Weight | 4722 lb. | 2808 lb. | 1914 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 22.0 gal. | 14.5 gal. | 7.5 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 39.1 in | 1.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 61.9 in | 54.9 in | 7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 57.8 in | 54.9 in | 2.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 41.9 in | -0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 38.4 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 61.1 in | 54.0 in | 7.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 57.9 in | 53.9 in | 4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 36.3 in | 0.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 38.4 in | 0.0 in | 38.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 57.8 in | 0.0 in | 57.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 48.3 in | 0.0 in | 48.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 33.2 in | 0.0 in | 33.2 in |
Total Legroom | 111.4 in (over 3 rows) | 78.2 in (over 2 rows) | 33.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 19.7 ft3 | 17.1 ft3 | 2.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 68.9 ft3 | 17.1 | 51.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 117.0 ft3 | 43.8 ft3 | 73.2 ft3 |
2007 Saturn Outlook Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
6' tall, lots of leg room in driver seat see full Saturn Outlook review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The best leg room ! The seats adjust have great cushioning see full Saturn Outlook review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Only vehicle capable of comfortably carrying 6-8 senior adults without orthopedic post-trip support. By far the best combination of interior, features, capacity, and ride characteristics for rear [2nd and 3rd]seat passengers and cargo area. see full Saturn Outlook review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Seat is very comfortable with excellent support and firmness. Good driving position. see full Saturn Outlook review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Adults could fit comfortably in third row. In addition, there is usable storage behind the third row. Second row captains chairs enable easy access to third row. see full Saturn Outlook review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Has more interior room than the Honda Pilot. Perfect for our 3 kids and friends. Plently of room for their hockey,soccer, tennis gear. Perfect for our spur of the moment camping trips. Tent and all fits! Also handles grocery day with ease! We love it see full Saturn Outlook review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
ok, the first weekend i got it, i had to drive 9 kids to portland for orchestra consert, mass storage see full Saturn Outlook review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
We were looking for a vehicle that had third row seating, with bucket seats in the second row. There is plenty of leg room in the third row even for adults. The middle bucket seats are comfortable and adjust for leg room. see full Saturn Outlook review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Adults can sit back there in relative comfort compared to the competition. Good head and leg room with all the seats. see full Saturn Outlook review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
All seven adult passengers can sit comfortably. see full Saturn Outlook review |
2007 Saturn Outlook Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 275-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Other than the drivers seat track having to be replaced, it was comfy. see full Saturn Outlook review |
2008 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 263hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
Kids easily able to get in/out of back (4-doors) and often able to take co-workers to lunch (both of which is much more of a hassle with 2-doors). see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lots of leg room even with the seat all the way back see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Very sporty seats, excellent lumber support. Seats will ensure that you stay where you are supposed to be, even in tight cornering. After a straight 12hr trip, the seat still feels comfortable. see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
2007 | 4dr Hatch 156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Lots of leg space & head room, and seat adjustments possible. see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
2008 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Not enough comfort-room for my son (which meant that the Mazda failed the test). see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch turbocharged 263hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual FWD |
good for a small child, but i would not want to ride back there for long see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Too cramped for an adult see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch 156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Tight and uncomfortable as are most other cars in this class. see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
2008 | 4dr Hatch 156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Well, when the front seats are back, there is little leg room in the back seat -- to be expected in a compact. But, the rear seats are very comfortable and can handle a wider person. see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
2007 | 4dr Hatch 156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
This IS a smaller car. That being said, if the front seats are all the way back, people in the back had better sit Indian-style on the seats. see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 148-horsepower 2.0L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The Mazda 3 has very limited footroom except when the driver is of very small stature.it helps somewhat if you puchsae the model with the height adjustable seat.seat fabric on the none leather models goes bally,and becomes difficult to clean!! see full Mazda Mazda3 review |
2007 | 4dr Hatch 156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Rear seats are really small and tight legroom. see full Mazda Mazda3 review |