| Model Year | 2010 | 2009 | |
| Model | Mazda CX-9 | Ford Explorer | |
| Engine | 3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 273 hp@6250 270 lb-ft@4250 |
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 | 2,875 mm | 2,888 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 5,085 mm | 4,912 mm | 1 mm |
| Width | 1,935 mm | 1,872 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,727 mm | 1,849 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 2,062 kg | 2,135 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 76 L | 85 L | -9 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,006 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,509 mm | 1,499 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,435 mm | 1,407 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,039 mm | 1,077 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 991 mm | 983 mm | 8 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,491 mm | 1,496 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,422 mm | 1,410 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 937 mm | -936 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 899 mm | 950 mm | -51 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,445 mm | 1,349 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,110 mm | 1,151 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 823 mm | 886 mm | -63 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,873 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,901 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 487 L | 385 L | 102 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,368 L | 1,243 L | 0 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,852 L | 2,370 L | 0 L |
| 2010 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 |
| 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 |
| 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 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 |