Model Year | 2009 | 2006 | |
Model | Mazda CX-9 | Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 273 hp@6250 270 lb-ft@4250 |
6.0L V8 OHV-2v 335 hp@5200 375 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.2 in | 116.0 in | -2.8 in |
Length | 199.6 in | 198.8 in | 0.8 in |
Width | 76.2 in | 78.8 in | -2.6 in |
Height | 68.1 in | 74.8 in | -6.7 in |
Curb Weight | 4528 lb. | 5513 lb. | -985 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.1 gal. | 26.0 gal. | -5.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 40.7 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.4 in | 65.2 in | -5.8 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.5 in | 61.4 in | -4.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 41.3 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 39.4 in | -0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.7 in | 65.1 in | -6.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 61.3 in | -5.3 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 38.6 in | 1.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.4 in | 37.4 in | -2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 56.9 in | 64.4 in | -7.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 43.7 in | 49.0 in | -5.3 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 32.4 in | 27.3 in | 5.1 in |
Total Legroom | 113.1 in (over 3 rows) | 107.2 in (over 3 rows) | 5.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.2 ft3 | 16.3 ft3 | 0.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 47.5 ft3 | 63.6 ft3 | -16.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 100.7 ft3 | 104.6 ft3 | -3.9 ft3 |
2009 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |
2006 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
like riding first class in an airplane see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
There is plenty of space for all of the passengers and personal gear. The bucket seats add a lot of comfort. They also allow some extra room for third row passengers. Leather is the way to go, and the heated seats come in handy on those cold winter days. see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD |
the best! had a back operation three years ago and this was thed only vehicle i am comfortable in see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 295-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
GMT800 series vehicles fit me better than any other. I prefer the '06 Tahoe to the '09 GMC Sierra i had prior to the Equinox i traded for the Tahoe. The Equinox was okay on a straight road, other than that, it was terrible! No lateral support at see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |
2006 Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr SUV 320-horsepower 5.3L V8 4-speed automatic RWD |
inability to flat fold seat see full Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban review |