Model Year | 2007 | 2009 | |
Model | Mazda CX-9 | Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 263 hp@6250 249 lb-ft@4500 |
6.0L V8 OHV-2v 366 hp@5500 380 lb-ft@4300 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.2 in | 116.0 in | -2.8 in |
Length | 199.6 in | 202.0 in | -2.4 in |
Width | 76.2 in | 79.0 in | -2.8 in |
Height | 68.1 in | 76.9 in | -8.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4312 lb. | 5165 lb. | -853 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.1 gal. | 26.0 gal. | -5.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 41.1 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.4 in | 65.3 in | -5.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.5 in | 64.4 in | -7.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 41.3 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 39.2 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.7 in | 65.2 in | -6.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 60.6 in | -4.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 39.0 in | 0.8 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.4 in | 37.9 in | -2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 56.9 in | 61.7 in | -4.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 43.7 in | 49.1 in | -5.4 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 32.4 in | 25.6 in | 6.8 in |
Total Legroom | 113.1 in (over 3 rows) | 105.9 in (over 3 rows) | 7.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.2 ft3 | 16.9 ft3 | 0.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 47.5 ft3 | 60.3 ft3 | -12.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 100.7 ft3 | 108.9 ft3 | -8.2 ft3 |
2007 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 FWD |
highly adjustable, nice and firm 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 |
2007 | 4dr SUV 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
We bought this vehicle to replace a 4-door sedan in order to have more room for our grandchildren. Eventually they will be old enough to sit in the thrid row seats. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
7 seats see full Mazda CX-9 review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very flexible seating positions. Middle row adjusts so you can tailor leg room for the rear most passengers or provide second row with max space if desired. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Third row seats fairly easy to get into and are comfortable, second row slides for and aft and tilts a bit. Third row easy to pull up and let down. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
2007 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2007 | 4dr SUV 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
3rd row leg room is tight see full Mazda CX-9 review |
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV, ext. 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range |
I drive about a 1000 miles a week. After driving the Suburban for 2 months, my back problems have gone away. Feel fresh after a 3 hour drive see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
2010 | 4dr SUV, ext. 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic 4WD w/low range |
Family and cargo fit comfortably see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
HAve LT3 package with heated 10 way leather. Ergonomics and placement of controls are natural and intuitive. see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
2009 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Rear seat leg room cramped. Aparently moved forward to make room for 3rd row seating. 2nd row seats should be adjustable front to back. see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |