| Model Year | 2009 | 2010 | |
| Model | Jeep Commander | Mazda CX-9 | |
| Engine | 4.7L V8 OHC-2v 305 hp@5000 334 lb-ft@4000 |
3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 273 hp@6250 270 lb-ft@4250 |
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| Transmission | 5-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 109.5 in | 113.2 in | -3.7 in |
| Length | 188.5 in | 200.2 in | -11.7 in |
| Width | 74.8 in | 76.2 in | -1.4 in |
| Height | 71.9 in | 68.0 in | 3.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 4930 lb. | 4546 lb. | 384 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.5 gal. | 20.1 gal. | 0.4 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 42.1 in | 39.6 in | 2.5 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.0 in | 59.4 in | -0.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.6 in | 56.5 in | -0.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 41.7 in | 40.9 in | 0.8 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 40.2 in | 39.0 in | 1.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.5 in | 58.7 in | -0.2 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.0 in | 56.0 in | -2 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 36.1 in | 39.8 in | -3.7 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 35.7 in | 35.4 in | 0.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 50.4 in | 56.9 in | -6.5 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 47.4 in | 43.7 in | 3.7 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 28.9 in | 32.4 in | -3.5 in |
| Total Legroom | 106.7 in (over 3 rows) | 113.1 in (over 3 rows) | -6.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 6.0 ft3 | 17.2 ft3 | -11.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 36.4 ft3 | 48.3 ft3 | -11.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 68.7 ft3 | 100.7 ft3 | -32 ft3 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2009 Jeep Commander.
| 2010 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 |