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Mazda CX-9 (2009) vs. Mazda RX-8 (2006) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Mazda CX-9 and 2006 Mazda RX-8 specs.

2009 Mazda CX-9 and 2006 Mazda RX-8 Specifications

Model Year 2009 2006  
Model Mazda CX-9 Mazda RX-8  
Engine 3.7L V6
DOHC-4v
273 hp@6250
270 lb-ft@4250
1.3L R2
OHV-2v
212 hp@7500
159 lb-ft@5500
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD RWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Coupe  
      Difference
Wheelbase 113.2 in 106.4 in 6.8 in
Length 199.6 in 174.3 in 25.3 in
Width 76.2 in 69.7 in 6.5 in
Height 68.1 in 52.8 in 15.3 in
Curb Weight 4312 lb. 3075 lb. 1237 lb.
Fuel Capacity 20.1 gal. 15.9 gal. 4.2 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.6 in 38.2 in 1.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 59.4 in 54.8 in 4.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1 56.5 in 53.3 in 3.2 in
Legroom, Row 1 40.9 in 42.7 in -1.8 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.8 in 36.8 in 2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 58.7 in 54.9 in 3.8 in
Hip Room, Row 2 56.0 in 48.1 in 7.9 in
Legroom, Row 2 39.8 in 32.2 in 7.6 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) 74.9 in (over 2 rows) 38.2 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 17.2 ft3 7.6 ft3 9.6 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 47.5 ft3 7.6 39.9 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 100.7 ft3 7.6 ft3 93.1 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Mazda CX-9

2009 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2009 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Access to the 3rd row is better than any other 7 passenger SUV I drove. see full Mazda CX-9 review
2009 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Easy access to third row, good leg room in second and third row. see full Mazda CX-9 review
2008 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Long legroom in 2nd row seating, fold-down 3rd row seating has large seat cushions for adults see full Mazda CX-9 review
2008 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Third row is plenty comfortable for two adults on a long trip. see full Mazda CX-9 review
2008 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
highly adjustable, nice and firm see full Mazda CX-9 review
2009 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Front seats felt snug and the center console intruded on the driver side knee room. see full Mazda CX-9 review
2008 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
I would rather have more second row leg room and no third row. My third row is always folded down for cargo anyway. see full Mazda CX-9 review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Mazda RX-8

2006 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Coupe 212-horsepower 1.3L R2
6-speed shiftable automatic RWD
Excellent for long trips. Even though I suffer from spinal stenosis, I did a two-day 1800 mile trip with no troubles and felt great on arrival. Most modern cars have comfortable seats, but these also make me feel like I am part of the car. see full Mazda RX-8 review
2006 4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2
6-speed manual RWD
Rear seats are functional for adults, which is unique for a sports car. see full Mazda RX-8 review
2005 4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2
6-speed manual RWD
Adults my height (5-9) can actually fit in the back seat of the RX-8. And getting in and out is aided by a second set of rear-hinged doors. Other sports cars have no rear seat or a very small one. see full Mazda RX-8 review
2005 4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2
6-speed manual RWD
Unlike most sports cars, the RX-8 has a rear seat that adults can get into (using rear doors) and fit into. see full Mazda RX-8 review
2006 Mazda RX-8 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2005 4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2
6-speed manual RWD
Head room is low with sunroof see full Mazda RX-8 review
2005 4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2
6-speed manual RWD
Ok for small women and children. Not really made for full sized male adults see full Mazda RX-8 review
2005 4dr Coupe 238-horsepower 1.3L R2
6-speed manual RWD
it is POSSIBLE to fit an adult in the back...but really anyone over 10-12 years old will be uncomfortable. see full Mazda RX-8 review
 
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