Model Year | 2012 | 2006 | |
Model | Mazda CX-9 | Mazda Mazda6 | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 273 hp@6250 270 lb-ft@4250 |
turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 274 hp@5500 280 lb-ft@3000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.2 in | 105.3 in | 7.9 in |
Length | 200.2 in | 187.8 in | 12.4 in |
Width | 76.2 in | 70.1 in | 6.1 in |
Height | 68.0 in | 57.3 in | 10.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4546 lb. | 3706 lb. | 840 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.1 gal. | 18.0 gal. | 2.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 38.7 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.4 in | 56.1 in | 3.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.5 in | 54.7 in | 1.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 42.3 in | -1.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 38.6 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.7 in | 54.9 in | 3.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 54.1 in | 1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 36.5 in | 3.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.4 in | 0.0 in | 35.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 56.9 in | 0.0 in | 56.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 43.7 in | 0.0 in | 43.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 32.4 in | 0.0 in | 32.4 in |
Total Legroom | 113.1 in (over 3 rows) | 78.8 in (over 2 rows) | 34.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.2 ft3 | 33.7 ft3 | -16.5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 48.3 ft3 | 33.7 | 14.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 100.7 ft3 | 60.5 ft3 | 40.2 ft3 |
2012 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Seat hugs in the right places without being cumbersome. Headrest position is much better than the midsize GM vehicles I test-drove (Chevy Traverse, GMC Acadia, Buick Enclave). see full Mazda CX-9 review |
2006 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual AWD |
It took a while for me to adjust the seat properly, but after I did, I have to say the seating position and comfort rivaled many European sedans I have driven. I was not used to this level of comfort from an Asian-designed automobile. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 160-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
I can fit three car seats in it. I can put my seat as far back as I need to and most adults can still sit comfortably in the back. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan 160-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Large enough for a six foot fiver and still room in the back. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2006 Mazda Mazda6 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan 156-horsepower 2.3L I4 5-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
front seat is designed to short for taller people. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual AWD |
For short trips the Speed6 is fine. Longer than 2 hours in the car kills my back. Maybe the seats are cheaper in the Sport vs. the GT. Fortunately I've only taken 1 or 2 very long trips in it. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |
2006 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 274hp 2.3L I4 6-speed manual AWD |
Too small for adults. see full Mazda Mazda6 review |