Model Year | 2012 | 2006 | |
Model | Mazda CX-9 | Chevrolet Tahoe / Suburban | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 204 kW@6250 366 Nm@4250 |
6.0L V8 OHV-2v 250 kW@5200 508 Nm@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,875 mm | 2,946 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 5,085 mm | 5,050 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,935 mm | 2,002 mm | -1 mm |
Height | 1,727 mm | 1,900 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,062 kg | 2,501 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 76 L | 98 L | -22 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,006 mm | 1,034 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,509 mm | 1,656 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,435 mm | 1,560 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,039 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 991 mm | 1,001 mm | 990 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,491 mm | 1,654 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,422 mm | 1,557 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 980 mm | -979 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 899 mm | 950 mm | -51 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,445 mm | 1,636 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,110 mm | 1,245 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 823 mm | 693 mm | 130 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,873 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,723 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 487 L | 462 L | 25 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,368 L | 1,801 L | 0 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,852 L | 2,962 L | 0 L |
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 |
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 |