Model Year | 2012 | 2011 | |
Model | Mazda CX-9 | Acura MDX | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 273 hp@6250 270 lb-ft@4250 |
3.7L V6 OHC-4v 300 hp@6300 270 lb-ft@4500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.2 in | 108.3 in | 4.9 in |
Length | 200.2 in | 191.6 in | 8.6 in |
Width | 76.2 in | 78.5 in | -2.3 in |
Height | 68.0 in | 68.2 in | -0.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4546 lb. | 4550 lb. | -4 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.1 gal. | 21.0 gal. | -0.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 39.2 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.4 in | 61.6 in | -2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.5 in | 59.0 in | -2.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 41.2 in | -0.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 38.6 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.7 in | 61.5 in | -2.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 59.1 in | -3.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 38.7 in | 1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.4 in | 37.5 in | -2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 56.9 in | 57.1 in | -0.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 43.7 in | 42.0 in | 1.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 32.4 in | 29.1 in | 3.3 in |
Total Legroom | 113.1 in (over 3 rows) | 109 in (over 3 rows) | 4.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.2 ft3 | 15.0 ft3 | 2.2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 48.3 ft3 | 42.9 ft3 | 5.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 100.7 ft3 | 83.5 ft3 | 17.2 ft3 |
2012 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 |
2011 Acura MDX Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 300-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The interior prioritizes appearance over actual utility; it's surprisingly cramped for such a large vehicle. For example, my Highlander is roughly the same size externally but seems downright cavernous on the inside in comparison. A rear passenger can fully stretch out in the Toyota. Not so in the Acura. see full Acura MDX review |