Model Year | 2012 | 2006 | |
Model | Mazda CX-9 | Toyota Highlander | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 273 hp@6250 270 lb-ft@4250 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 215 hp@5600 222 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.2 in | 106.9 in | 6.3 in |
Length | 200.2 in | 184.6 in | 15.6 in |
Width | 76.2 in | 71.9 in | 4.3 in |
Height | 68.0 in | 67.9 in | 0.1 in |
Curb Weight | 4546 lb. | 3935 lb. | 611 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.1 gal. | 19.1 gal. | 1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 40.0 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.4 in | 57.9 in | 1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.5 in | 55.1 in | 1.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 40.7 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 39.8 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.7 in | 57.0 in | 1.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 54.9 in | 1.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 36.4 in | 3.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.4 in | 32.3 in | 3.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 56.9 in | 53.2 in | 3.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 43.7 in | 39.8 in | 3.9 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 32.4 in | 30.2 in | 2.2 in |
Total Legroom | 113.1 in (over 3 rows) | 107.3 in (over 3 rows) | 5.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.2 ft3 | 10.5 ft3 | 6.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 48.3 ft3 | 39.7 ft3 | 8.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 100.7 ft3 | 80.6 ft3 | 20.1 ft3 |
2012 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 |
2006 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Ease of entry and exit and the spacious leg room. see full Toyota Highlander review |