Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
Model | Ford Edge | Mazda CX-7 | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 265 hp@6250 250 lb-ft@4500 |
turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 244 hp@5000 258 lb-ft@2500 |
|
Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 111.2 in | 108.3 in | 2.9 in |
Length | 185.7 in | 184.0 in | 1.7 in |
Width | 75.8 in | 73.7 in | 2.1 in |
Height | 67.2 in | 64.8 in | 2.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4282 lb. | 3929 lb. | 353 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.0 gal. | 18.2 gal. | 0.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 39.7 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.9 in | 58.0 in | 0.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 54.8 in | 54.8 in | 0 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 41.7 in | -1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 39.3 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.8 in | 55.8 in | 3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.3 in | 53.0 in | 3.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.6 in | 36.4 in | 3.2 in |
Total Legroom | 80.3 in (over 2 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 2.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.1 ft3 | 29.9 ft3 | 2.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 69.6 ft3 | 58.6 ft3 | 11 ft3 |
2009 Ford Edge Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
i have 2 teenagers who have complained regularly with other vehicles they have rode in in the last 6 months. see full Ford Edge review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Spacious legroom and reclining seats. Fat center fold down armrest with cup holders and adjustable A/C vents are a nice touch. see full Ford Edge review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Great for long trips. see full Ford Edge review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Seats are very comfortable. Love the forward leaning front headrests. Great legroom as well. see full Ford Edge review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Larger and more comfortable than any other offering in this segment. Class leading legroom and open feel. see full Ford Edge review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic AWD |
EXCELLENT ROOM IN THE REAR FOR LEGS AND STRETCHING OUT. see full Ford Edge review |
2009 Ford Edge Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
A little cramped see full Ford Edge review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
not much leg room see full Ford Edge review |
2008 Mazda CX-7 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
The thigh bolsters are snug without insinuating that the driver could lose ten pounds. see full Mazda CX-7 review |
2007 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
6 footers can sit without hitting their heads or knees. see full Mazda CX-7 review |
2007 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Good ajustability and plenty of room for tall drivers see full Mazda CX-7 review |
2008 Mazda CX-7 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
seats in rear are tight, they do not slide or recline where as Honda CRV rear seats are much more flexible for kids and families. My crv is 2007 and the rear seats recline and the entire bench can slide front and back to create instant leg room see full Mazda CX-7 review |
2007 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Tested CX-7s with both cloth and leather seats. Both materials thin and not supportive. Cloth seats lumpy with uneven feeling surface. see full Mazda CX-7 review |