| Model Year | 2015 | 2012 | |
| Model | Mazda CX-9 | Ford Escape | |
| Engine | 3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 273 hp@6250 270 lb-ft@4250 |
3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6550 223 lb-ft@4300 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 113.2 in | 103.1 in | 10.1 in |
| Length | 200.6 in | 174.7 in | 25.9 in |
| Width | 76.2 in | 71.1 in | 5.1 in |
| Height | 68.0 in | 67.7 in | 0.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 4552 lb. | 3529 lb. | 1023 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.1 gal. | 16.5 gal. | 3.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 40.4 in | -0.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.4 in | 56.6 in | 2.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.5 in | 53.3 in | 3.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 41.6 in | -0.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 39.2 in | -0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.7 in | 55.9 in | 2.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 49.1 in | 6.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 35.6 in | 4.2 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) | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 35.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.2 ft3 | 29.2 ft3 | -12 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 48.3 ft3 | 29.2 | 19.1 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 100.7 ft3 | 66.3 ft3 | 34.4 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Mazda CX-9.
| 2012 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2013 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 240hp 2.0L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Front seats are comfortable AFTER removing headrests and re-installing them backwards. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
Wide bench seat with no humps. Middle passenger has good leg room where many other vehicles have a large hump to straddle. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2012 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2012 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 6-speed automatic FWD |
It's a tad bit tight in the drivers seat. I have to postion the seat just right to avoid hitting my right knee on the center console, and I frequently hit the light switch when getting out. I'm only 5'9", so not that large of a person. see full Ford Escape review |