Model Year | 2008 | 2013 | |
Model | Audi Q7 | Mazda CX-9 | |
Engine | 4.2L V8 OHC-4v 257 kW@6800 441 Nm@3500 |
3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 204 kW@6250 366 Nm@4250 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 3,002 mm | 2,875 mm | 1 mm |
Length | 5,085 mm | 5,095 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,984 mm | 1,935 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,737 mm | 1,727 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,390 kg | 2,065 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 100 L | 76 L | 24 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,003 mm | 1,006 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,491 mm | 1,509 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0 mm | 1,435 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,049 mm | 1,039 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 991 mm | 991 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,476 mm | 1,491 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0 mm | 1,422 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 942 mm | 1,011 mm | 941 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 899 mm | 899 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,234 mm | 1,445 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,110 mm | -1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 742 mm | 823 mm | -81 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,733 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,873 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 309 L | 487 L | -178 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,136 L | 1,368 L | 0 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,512 L | 2,852 L | 0 L |
2008 Audi Q7 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 280-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The middle seat of all the SUVs we looked at, had the most room to move furthest forward or backward to allow far rear seat passengers most accommodation. see full Audi Q7 review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 280-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Rear seat legroom is greater than other vehicles I evaluated in this category: Acura MDX, BMW X5, Mercedes ML; seats more plush; more cargo space. see full Audi Q7 review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 350-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Great front seats for long drives. see full Audi Q7 review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2013 Mazda CX-9.