Model Year | 2011 | 2015 | |
Model | Mazda CX-9 | Ford Fiesta | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 273 hp@6250 270 lb-ft@4250 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 197 hp@6000 202 lb-ft@2500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Hatch | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.2 in | 98.0 in | 15.2 in |
Length | 200.2 in | 160.1 in | 40.1 in |
Width | 76.2 in | 67.8 in | 8.4 in |
Height | 68.0 in | 58.1 in | 9.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4330 lb. | 2742 lb. | 1588 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.1 gal. | 12.4 gal. | 7.7 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 39.1 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.4 in | 52.7 in | 6.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.5 in | 50.6 in | 5.9 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 42.2 in | -1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 37.2 in | 1.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.7 in | 49.0 in | 9.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 49.2 in | 6.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 31.2 in | 8.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.4 in | 0.0 in | 35.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 56.9 in | 0.0 in | 56.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 43.7 in | 0.0 in | 43.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 32.4 in | 0.0 in | 32.4 in |
Total Legroom | 113.1 in (over 3 rows) | 73.4 in (over 2 rows) | 39.7 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.2 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 | 2.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 48.3 ft3 | 14.9 | 33.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 100.7 ft3 | 25.4 ft3 | 75.3 ft3 |
2011 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 |
2015 Ford Fiesta Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
Just as the Ford Fiesta has some clear strengths, it also has some clear weaknesses. Its rear seat, though comfortably positioned well off the floor, is the tightest in the segment. At 5-9, I can barely squeeze behind myself. The Fit's rear seat is far roomier. see full Ford Fiesta review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2015 Ford Fiesta.