| Model Year | 2009 | 2009 | |
| Model | Mazda CX-7 | Ford Explorer | |
| Engine | turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 244 hp@5000 258 lb-ft@2500 |
4.6L V8 OHC-3v 292 hp@5750 300 lb-ft@3950 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,751 mm | 2,888 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 4,674 mm | 4,912 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,872 mm | 1,872 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,646 mm | 1,849 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 1,782 kg | 2,135 kg | -1 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 69 L | 85 L | -16 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,008 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,473 mm | 1,499 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,392 mm | 1,407 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,059 mm | 1,077 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 998 mm | 983 mm | 15 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,417 mm | 1,496 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,346 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 925 mm | 937 mm | -12 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 950 mm | -950 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,349 mm | -1 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 0 mm | 1,151 mm | -1 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 0 mm | 886 mm | -886 mm |
| Total Legroom | 1,984 mm (over 2 rows) | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | -1 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 847 L | 385 L | 462 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 29.9 | 1,243 L | 28.9 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 1,659 L | 2,370 L | -1 L |
| 2009 Mazda CX-7 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
seats in rear are tight, they do not slide or recline where as Honda CRV rear seats are much more flexible for kids and families. My crv is 2007 and the rear seats recline and the entire bench can slide front and back to create instant leg room see full Mazda CX-7 review |
| 2009 Ford Explorer Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
the front seat has plenty of leg room and seats hug you see full Ford Explorer review |