| Model Year | 2024 | 2009 | |
| Model | Ford Explorer | Mazda CX-9 | |
| Engine | |||
| Transmission | |||
| Drivetrain | |||
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 3,025 mm | 2,875 mm | 1 mm |
| Length | 5,050 mm | 5,070 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 2,004 mm | 1,935 mm | 1 mm |
| Height | 1,775 mm | 1,730 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,971 kg | 1,956 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 68 L | 76 L | -8 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,034 mm | 1,006 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,570 mm | 1,509 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,504 mm | 1,435 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,074 mm | 1,039 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 1,029 mm | 986 mm | -985 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,572 mm | 1,491 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,501 mm | 1,422 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 991 mm | 1,011 mm | 990 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 988 mm | 899 mm | 89 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,387 mm | 1,445 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,039 mm | 1,110 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 818 mm | 823 mm | -5 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,883 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,873 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 515 L | 487 L | 28 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,356 L | 1,345 L | 0 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,486 L | 2,852 L | 0 L |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2024 Ford Explorer.
| 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 |