| Model Year | 2010 | 2012 | |
| Model | Mazda CX-9 | Ford Explorer | |
| Engine | 3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 273 hp@6250 270 lb-ft@4250 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 290 hp@6500 255 lb-ft@4000 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,875 mm | 2,860 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 5,085 mm | 5,006 mm | 0 mm |
| Width | 1,935 mm | 2,004 mm | -1 mm |
| Height | 1,727 mm | 1,788 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 2,062 kg | 2,146 kg | 0 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 76 L | 70 L | 6 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,006 mm | 1,031 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,509 mm | 1,557 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,435 mm | 1,455 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,039 mm | 1,031 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 991 mm | 1,029 mm | 990 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,491 mm | 1,549 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,422 mm | 1,440 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 899 mm | 960 mm | -61 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,445 mm | 1,290 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,110 mm | 1,034 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 823 mm | 843 mm | -20 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,873 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,885 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 487 L | 595 L | -108 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,368 L | 1,240 L | 0 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,852 L | 2,285 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2012 Ford Explorer.