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2012 Ford Explorer and 2009 Mazda CX-9 Specifications
| Model Year | 2012 | 2009 | |
| Model | Ford Explorer | Mazda CX-9 | |
| Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 216 kW@6500 346 Nm@4000 |
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 | 2,860 mm | 2,875 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 5,006 mm | 5,070 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 2,004 mm | 1,935 mm | 1 mm |
| Height | 1,788 mm | 1,730 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 2,146 kg | 2,054 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 70 L | 76 L | -6 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,031 mm | 1,006 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,557 mm | 1,509 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,455 mm | 1,435 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,031 mm | 1,039 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 1,029 mm | 986 mm | -985 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,549 mm | 1,491 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,440 mm | 1,422 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 960 mm | 899 mm | 61 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,290 mm | 1,445 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,034 mm | 1,110 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 843 mm | 823 mm | 20 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,885 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,873 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 595 L | 487 L | 108 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,240 L | 1,345 L | 0 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,285 L | 2,852 L | 0 L |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Ford Explorer
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Ford Explorer.
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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