Model Year | 2006 | 2015 | |
Model | Volvo XC90 | Mazda Mazda3 | |
Engine | 4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 232 kW@5850 441 Nm@3900 |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 137 kW@5700 251 Nm@3250 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,860 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 4,798 mm | 4,460 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,897 mm | 1,796 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,783 mm | 1,455 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,092 kg | 1,336 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 80 L | 50 L | 30 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,008 mm | 980 mm | -979 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,481 mm | 1,453 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,407 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,041 mm | 1,072 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 975 mm | 955 mm | 20 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,458 mm | 1,382 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,374 mm | 1,359 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 879 mm | 909 mm | -30 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 902 mm | 0 mm | 902 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 765 mm | 0 mm | 765 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,685 mm (over 3 rows) | 1,981 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 249 L | 572 L | -323 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,226 L | 20.2 | -19.2 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,410 L | 1,334 L | 1 L |
2006 Volvo XC90 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 311-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
7 passenger capacity. see full Volvo XC90 review |
2005 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 268hp 2.9L I6 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The front leather seating is very comfortable. Having the heated front seats in twe winter allows for quick comfort. The multi adjustable seating for both driver and passenger allows for each to set seats to their liking then set in the memory location see full Volvo XC90 review |
2015 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Mazda Mazda3.