Model Year | 2006 | 2007 | |
Model | Ford Freestyle | Mazda CX-9 | |
Engine | 3.0L V6 DOHC-4v 203 hp@5750 207 lb-ft@4500 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 263 hp@6250 249 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | CVT | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr Wagon | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,868 mm | 2,875 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 5,083 mm | 5,070 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,902 mm | 1,935 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,735 mm | 1,730 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,865 kg | 2,054 kg | -1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 72 L | 76 L | -4 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,001 mm | 1,006 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,486 mm | 1,509 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,410 mm | 1,435 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,046 mm | 1,039 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 1,001 mm | 986 mm | -985 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,471 mm | 1,491 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,417 mm | 1,422 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,021 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 980 mm | 899 mm | 81 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,290 mm | 1,445 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,166 mm | 1,110 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 846 mm | 823 mm | 23 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,913 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,873 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 498 L | 487 L | 11 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,300 L | 1,345 L | 0 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,597 L | 2,852 L | 0 L |
2006 Ford Freestyle Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT FWD |
Very good for a vehicle of this size - both in 2nd and 3rd row. see full Ford Freestyle review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT FWD |
Reasonable space and comfort. see full Ford Freestyle review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT FWD |
I needed the 3rd row of seats see full Ford Freestyle review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT AWD |
Great room in the front (and rear) - very comfortable. see full Ford Freestyle review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT FWD |
Third row seating, fold flat rear seats for hauling large items see full Ford Freestyle review |
2007 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT FWD |
The third row seat easily accommodates 6+ foot passengers. see full Ford Freestyle review |
2006 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT AWD |
full-size people can fit theater seating provides good visibility from all seats see full Ford Freestyle review |
2006 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT AWD |
Lots of space for car seats and adults in the second and third row. see full Ford Freestyle review |
2006 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT AWD |
Front seats are extremely comfortable. We were surprised by just how nice they were. see full Ford Freestyle review |
2006 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT AWD |
Raised third row great for kids. Easy access to third row. see full Ford Freestyle review |
2006 Ford Freestyle Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr Wagon 203-horsepower 3.0L V6 CVT AWD |
Drivers side left foot rests on pad which is slightly to the right due to the wheel. Takes a while to become acustomed to it. see full Ford Freestyle review |
2007 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 FWD |
highly adjustable, nice and firm 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 |
2007 | 4dr SUV 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
We bought this vehicle to replace a 4-door sedan in order to have more room for our grandchildren. Eventually they will be old enough to sit in the thrid row seats. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
7 seats see full Mazda CX-9 review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very flexible seating positions. Middle row adjusts so you can tailor leg room for the rear most passengers or provide second row with max space if desired. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Third row seats fairly easy to get into and are comfortable, second row slides for and aft and tilts a bit. Third row easy to pull up and let down. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
2007 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 |
2007 | 4dr SUV 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
3rd row leg room is tight see full Mazda CX-9 review |