Model Year | 2010 | 2012 | |
Model | Mazda CX-9 | Ford Flex | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 273 hp@6250 270 lb-ft@4250 |
turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 355 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@1500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.2 in | 117.9 in | -4.7 in |
Length | 200.2 in | 202.3 in | -2.1 in |
Width | 76.2 in | 75.9 in | 0.3 in |
Height | 68.0 in | 67.6 in | 0.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4546 lb. | 4839 lb. | -293 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.1 gal. | 19.2 gal. | 0.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 41.8 in | -2.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.4 in | 58.4 in | 1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.5 in | 55.4 in | 1.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 40.8 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 40.5 in | -1.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.7 in | 57.1 in | 1.6 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 55.0 in | 1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 44.3 in | -4.5 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.4 in | 38.7 in | -3.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 56.9 in | 50.8 in | 6.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 43.7 in | 41.1 in | 2.6 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 32.4 in | 33.4 in | -1 in |
Total Legroom | 113.1 in (over 3 rows) | 118.5 in (over 3 rows) | -5.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.2 ft3 | 19.4 ft3 | -2.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 48.3 ft3 | 45.0 ft3 | 3.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 100.7 ft3 | 86.7 ft3 | 14 ft3 |
2010 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 |
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 |
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 |
2012 Ford Flex Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 355hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The seating throughout the vehicle is extremely roomy. Adults can fit comfortably in both the second and third row seats. The driver and passenger seats are also extremely comfortable. see full Ford Flex review |