| Model Year | 2007 | 2007 | |
| Model | Mazda CX-9 | Ford Taurus | |
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| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 113.2 in | 108.5 in | 4.7 in |
| Length | 199.6 in | 197.7 in | 1.9 in |
| Width | 76.2 in | 73.0 in | 3.2 in |
| Height | 68.1 in | 58.1 in | 10 in |
| Curb Weight | 4312 lb. | 3322 lb. | 990 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.1 gal. | 18.0 gal. | 2.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 40.0 in | -0.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.4 in | 57.3 in | 2.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.5 in | 54.4 in | 2.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 42.2 in | -1.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 38.1 in | 0.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.7 in | 56.6 in | 2.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 55.7 in | 0.3 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 38.3 in | 1.5 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) | 80.5 in (over 2 rows) | 32.6 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.2 ft3 | 16.9 ft3 | 0.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 47.5 ft3 | 16.9 | 30.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 100.7 ft3 | 16.9 ft3 | 83.8 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 |
| 2007 Ford Taurus Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Outstanding interior space. I'm 6'4" with about a 34" inseam and I can sit comfortably in the rear when I have my front seat adjusted just so. With the driver seat all the way back, it's a stretch to reach the controls. see full Ford Taurus review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Three adults can sit in the back and there knees will not touch the front seats nor will there heads touch the ceiling. The seats are very comfortable. Noise is very low and the car has two vents blowing air or heat. see full Ford Taurus review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Very roomy and confortable see full Ford Taurus review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
Good driving position, steering wheel design and arm rests. see full Ford Taurus review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Taller people ride in comfort, with ample room for long legs, even when the front seats are back. The fact that they also fold down adds tremendous versatility to this car. see full Ford Taurus review |
| 2008 | 4dr Sedan 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Tons of room, with an open feel. see full Ford Taurus review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 153-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Seats are above average in comfort. see full Ford Taurus review |
| 2006 | 4dr Sedan 153-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Front seat room is above average. see full Ford Taurus review |