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2006 Ford Explorer and 2009 Mazda CX-9 Specifications
| Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
| Model | Ford Explorer | Mazda CX-9 | |
| Engine | 4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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 | RWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 113.7 in | 113.2 in | 0.5 in |
| Length | 193.4 in | 199.6 in | -6.2 in |
| Width | 73.7 in | 76.2 in | -2.5 in |
| Height | 72.8 in | 68.1 in | 4.7 in |
| Curb Weight | 4531 lb. | 4528 lb. | 3 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 22.5 gal. | 20.1 gal. | 2.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.6 in | 0.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 59.4 in | -0.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 56.5 in | -1.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 40.9 in | 1.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.7 in | 38.8 in | -0.1 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.9 in | 58.7 in | 0.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 55.5 in | 56.0 in | -0.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.9 in | 39.8 in | -2.9 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 37.4 in | 35.4 in | 2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.1 in | 56.9 in | -3.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 45.3 in | 43.7 in | 1.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 34.9 in | 32.4 in | 2.5 in |
| Total Legroom | 114.2 in (over 3 rows) | 113.1 in (over 3 rows) | 1.1 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 13.6 ft3 | 17.2 ft3 | -3.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 43.9 ft3 | 47.5 ft3 | -3.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 83.7 ft3 | 100.7 ft3 | -17 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Ford Explorer
| 2006 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 292-horsepower 4.6L V8 6-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Have driven from Maryland to Florida and back a couple of times, as well as 3-4 hours trips routinely. Seats are comfortable with no backache and don't have to stop every couple of hours due to fatigue. Could drive and be comfortable all day long. see full Ford Explorer review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Lots of room. Great even in the 3rd rear bench see full Ford Explorer review |
| 2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Plenty of leg room see full Ford Explorer review |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Mazda CX-9
| 2009 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 AWD |
Third row is plenty comfortable for two adults on a long trip. 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 |
| 2009 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 |
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