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Ford Explorer (2018) vs. Mazda CX-9 (2012) Specs

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2018 Ford Explorer and 2012 Mazda CX-9 Specifications

Model Year 2018 2012  
Model Ford Explorer Mazda CX-9  
Engine 3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
290 hp@6500
255 lb-ft@4000
3.7L V6
DOHC-4v
273 hp@6250
270 lb-ft@4250
 
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 5,037 mm 5,085 mm 0 mm
Width 2,004 mm 1,935 mm 1 mm
Height 1,778 mm 1,727 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 2,102 kg 2,062 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 70 L 76 L -6 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,052 mm 1,006 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,562 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 1,031 mm 991 mm -990 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,549 mm 1,491 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,443 mm 1,422 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 1,003 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 3 846 mm 823 mm 23 mm
Total Legroom 2,880 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 1,243 L 1,368 L 0 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 2,313 L 2,852 L 0 L

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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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