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Ford Explorer (2008) vs. Mazda CX-9 (2012) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Ford Explorer and 2012 Mazda CX-9 specs.

2008 Ford Explorer and 2012 Mazda CX-9 Specifications

Model Year 2008 2012  
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
 
Transmission 6-speed automatic 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 113.7 in 113.2 in 0.5 in
Length 193.4 in 200.2 in -6.8 in
Width 73.7 in 76.2 in -2.5 in
Height 72.8 in 68.0 in 4.8 in
Curb Weight 4706 lb. 4546 lb. 160 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 39.0 in -0.3 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 48.3 ft3 -4.4 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 83.7 ft3 100.7 ft3 -17 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Ford Explorer

2008 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6
5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Mazda CX-9

2012 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 
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