Lincoln MKZ (2014) vs. Mazda CX-9 (2010) Specs

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2014 Lincoln MKZ and 2010 Mazda CX-9 Specifications

Model Year	2014	2010
Model	Lincoln MKZ	Mazda CX-9
Engine	turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 240 hp@5500 270 lb-ft@3000	3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 273 hp@6250 270 lb-ft@4250
Transmission	6-speed shiftable automatic	6-speed shiftable automatic
Drivetrain	FWD	FWD
Body	4dr Sedan	4dr SUV
			Difference
Wheelbase	112.2 in	113.2 in	-1 in
Length	194.1 in	200.2 in	-6.1 in
Width	73.4 in	76.2 in	-2.8 in
Height	58.2 in	68.0 in	-9.8 in
Curb Weight	3719 lb.	4330 lb.	-611 lb.
Fuel Capacity	16.5 gal.	20.1 gal.	-3.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1	37.9 in	39.6 in	-1.7 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1	57.7 in	59.4 in	-1.7 in
Hip Room, Row 1	55.1 in	56.5 in	-1.4 in
Legroom, Row 1	41.8 in	40.9 in	0.9 in
Headroom, Row 2	36.6 in	39.0 in	-2.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2	55.3 in	58.7 in	-3.4 in
Hip Room, Row 2	53.8 in	56.0 in	-2.2 in
Legroom, Row 2	37.0 in	39.8 in	-2.8 in
Headroom, Row 3	0.0 in	35.4 in	-35.4 in
Shoulder Room, Row 3	0.0 in	56.9 in	-56.9 in
Hip Room, Row 3	0.0 in	43.7 in	-43.7 in
Legroom, Row 3	0.0 in	32.4 in	-32.4 in
Total Legroom	78.8 in (over 2 rows)	113.1 in (over 3 rows)	-34.3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum	15.4 ft³	17.2 ft³	-1.8 ft³
Cargo Volume, Behind R2	15.4	48.3 ft³	-32.9
Cargo Volume, Maximum	15.4 ft³	100.7 ft³	-85.3 ft³

2014 Lincoln MKZ Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
Year	Comment
2013	Seat evaluations are highly subjective. For me, the MKZ's standard front seats are very good, but short of outstanding. Compared to the seats in the Fusion, they're more firmly contoured but have smaller side bolsters. The optional multi-contour seats might address the bolster deficit. But few people are going to drive this car in a manner that requires much lateral support. see full Lincoln MKZ review

2014 Lincoln MKZ Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
Year	Comment
	Rear seat headroom and knee room are borderline tight in the Ford Fusion. In the Lincoln MKZ they're tighter still. Six-foot passengers might still fit, but not comfortably. Even without sufficient space for toes beneath its front seat, the Lexus ES's rear seat is far roomier. see full Lincoln MKZ review

None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2014 Lincoln MKZ.

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

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