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Mazda CX-9 (2009) vs. Chevrolet Malibu (2007) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Mazda CX-9 and 2007 Chevrolet Malibu specs.

2009 Mazda CX-9 and 2007 Chevrolet Malibu Specifications

Model Year 2009 2007  
Model Mazda CX-9 Chevrolet Malibu  
Engine 3.7L V6
DOHC-4v
273 hp@6250
270 lb-ft@4250
3.5L V6
OHV-2v
217 hp@5800
217 lb-ft@4000
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 4-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Hatch  
      Difference
Wheelbase 2,875 mm 2,852 mm 0 mm
Length 5,070 mm 4,770 mm 1 mm
Width 1,935 mm 1,773 mm 0 mm
Height 1,730 mm 1,476 mm 0 mm
Curb Weight 1,956 kg 1,569 kg 0 kg
Fuel Capacity 76 L 62 L 14 L
Headroom, Row 1 1,006 mm 1,001 mm 0 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 1 1,509 mm 1,440 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 1 1,435 mm 1,359 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 1 1,039 mm 1,064 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 2 986 mm 1,001 mm 985 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 2 1,491 mm 1,410 mm 0 mm
Hip Room, Row 2 1,422 mm 1,331 mm 0 mm
Legroom, Row 2 1,011 mm 1,041 mm 0 mm
Headroom, Row 3 899 mm 0 mm 899 mm
Shoulder Room, Row 3 1,445 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Hip Room, Row 3 1,110 mm 0 mm 1 mm
Legroom, Row 3 823 mm 0 mm 823 mm
Total Legroom 2,873 mm (over 3 rows) 2,106 mm (over 2 rows) 0 mm
Cargo Volume, Minimum 487 L 646 L -159 L
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 1,345 L 22.8 -21.8 L
Cargo Volume, Maximum 2,852 L 1,161 L 1 L

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Mazda CX-9

2009 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
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
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 AWD
Third row is plenty comfortable for two adults on a long trip. 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
2009 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Chevrolet Malibu

2007 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
The rear legroom and seat comfort are suitable for two adults on extended trips. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2008 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
during a six hour drive felt no fatigue see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2008 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
The Malibu seats have the comfort of a Lexus and the supportive nature of an Accord. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2007 4dr Sedan 145-horsepower 2.2L I4
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
I'm 6'5" and my wife is 5'0" - we can both drive this car comfortably. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2007 4dr Hatch 217-horsepower 3.5L V6
4-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Rear seat adjusts 7 inches, has recline feature and fold flat for additional storage. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2007 Chevrolet Malibu Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2008 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
I tried the LS cloth, LT2 Ultralux, and LTZ leather seats...all of them were uncomfortable. Too little padding. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2008 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
I like the seating for the front seats. it fits me very good. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
2008 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4
4-speed automatic FWD
The front passenger seat is like sitting in a hole. It can be difficult to get out of. see full Chevrolet Malibu review
 
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