| Model Year | 2009 | 2010 | |
| Model | Ford Escape | Mazda CX-9 | |
| Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 240 hp@6550 223 lb-ft@4300 |
3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 273 hp@6250 270 lb-ft@4250 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 103.1 in | 113.2 in | -10.1 in |
| Length | 174.7 in | 200.2 in | -25.5 in |
| Width | 71.1 in | 76.2 in | -5.1 in |
| Height | 67.7 in | 68.0 in | -0.3 in |
| Curb Weight | 3529 lb. | 4546 lb. | -1017 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 16.5 gal. | 20.1 gal. | -3.6 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 40.4 in | 39.6 in | 0.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 56.6 in | 59.4 in | -2.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 53.3 in | 56.5 in | -3.2 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.6 in | 40.9 in | 0.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 39.0 in | 0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 55.9 in | 58.7 in | -2.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 49.1 in | 56.0 in | -6.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 35.6 in | 39.8 in | -4.2 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.4 in | -35.4 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 56.9 in | -56.9 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 43.7 in | -43.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 32.4 in | -32.4 in |
| Total Legroom | 77.2 in (over 2 rows) | 113.1 in (over 3 rows) | -35.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 29.2 ft3 | 17.2 ft3 | 12 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 29.2 | 48.3 ft3 | -19.1 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.3 ft3 | 100.7 ft3 | -34.4 ft3 |
| 2009 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Surprisingly large back seat - roomier than the Explorer see full Ford Escape review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 171-horsepower 2.5L I4 5-speed manual FWD |
Plenty of room - includes armrests see full Ford Escape review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Enough room for my elderly Dad to sit there comfortably, unlike the back seat of the Subaru Forester which was my original first choice. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
Even with front seat a bit forward to allow for rear seat passenger, plenty of room in the front. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
plenty of room see full Ford Escape review |
| 2009 Ford Escape Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 153-horsepower 2.3L I4 4-speed automatic AWD |
Front seat was really hard. My backside was sore right away. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
The leather seats are hard. Has a cheap plastic feel. see full Ford Escape review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 200-horsepower 3.0L V6 4-speed automatic AWD |
The leather seats are the same in the back. Has a hard plastic feel. Suppose to be leather . see full Ford Escape review |
| 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 |