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Volvo C30 (2012) vs. Mazda Mazda3 (2006) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Volvo C30 and 2006 Mazda Mazda3 specs.

2012 Volvo C30 and 2006 Mazda Mazda3 Specifications

Model Year 2012 2006  
Model Volvo C30 Mazda Mazda3  
Engine  
Transmission  
Drivetrain  
Body 2dr Hatch 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 103.9 in 103.9 in 0 in
Length 167.4 in 176.6 in -9.2 in
Width 70.2 in 69.1 in 1.1 in
Height 57.0 in 57.7 in -0.7 in
Curb Weight 3211 lb. 2808 lb. 403 lb.
Fuel Capacity 15.9 gal. 14.5 gal. 1.4 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 38.2 in 39.1 in -0.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 53.6 in 54.9 in -1.3 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.1 in 54.9 in -1.8 in
Legroom, Row 1 42.3 in 41.9 in 0.4 in
Headroom, Row 2 36.4 in 38.4 in -2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 47.0 in 54.0 in -7 in
Hip Room, Row 2 41.5 in 53.9 in -12.4 in
Legroom, Row 2 33.9 in 36.3 in -2.4 in
Total Legroom 76.2 in (over 2 rows) 78.2 in (over 2 rows) -2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 12.9 ft3 17.1 ft3 -4.2 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 20.2 ft3 31.2 ft3 -11 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Volvo C30

2012 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2012 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5
6-speed manual FWD
The front seats are wonderful. I tend to get stiff and sore when I sit too long in a car, especially my old VW GTI and our other VW Passat wagon. These seats in the C30 are very comfortable and I felt good getting out after a long drive. see full Volvo C30 review
2011 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Excellent support for very long drives. Passengers in the rear say the same. see full Volvo C30 review
2012 Volvo C30 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2011 2dr Hatch turbocharged 227hp 2.5L I5
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Lack of leg room. This car is a two seater. see full Volvo C30 review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Mazda Mazda3

2006 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
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
2006 4dr Sedan 160-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
For a small car there is more than adequate leg and shoulder room for two average sized adults. see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2006 4dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed manual FWD
One of the very few small cars which have a telescopic steering wheel - great for switching between short and tall drivers, pedals placed well for comfort, gear shifter just the right length, and clutch is goldilocks as well - just right. see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2006 Mazda Mazda3 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
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 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
2006 4dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Front seats are very uncomfortable. The side bolsters are hard and push your shoulders forward. The seat bolsters dig into your leg on the left side. The head restraints push your neck and head too far forward. The seat bottom is too hard. see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2006 4dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed manual FWD
small rear seat for adults see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2006 4dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed manual FWD
If you are over 6 foot like me, make sure you are not in the back. That simple. The folding seats on the hatchback are flexible though for longer items. see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2006 4dr Sedan 160-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed manual FWD
The rear seat is very comfortable for small to average sized people, even for long trips. However, those with long legs will find themselves cramped for legroom. The low roof in the back adds to that cramped feeling. see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2006 4dr Sedan 160-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed manual FWD
Not a lot of room for four large adults. In a pinch I have squeezed five in, but for short trips. Trunk opening is oddly shaped and often I find myself loading/unloading through the lowered rear seats for larger items. see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2005 4dr Sedan 160-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed manual FWD
the leather is cheap and the seat is not comfortable see full Mazda Mazda3 review
2005 4dr Hatch 160-horsepower 2.3L I4
5-speed manual FWD
There is none. Its rediculous how little rear leg room there is given the size of the car. My much smaller Mazda Protege that this replaced had substantially more. And don't even think about getting a rear facing car seat back there. see full Mazda Mazda3 review
 
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