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2009 Mazda CX-9 and 2011 Ford Flex Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2011 | |
| Model | Mazda CX-9 | Ford Flex | |
| Engine | 3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 273 hp@6250 270 lb-ft@4250 |
turbocharged 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 355 hp@5500 350 lb-ft@1500 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 113.2 in | 117.9 in | -4.7 in |
| Length | 199.6 in | 202.3 in | -2.7 in |
| Width | 76.2 in | 75.9 in | 0.3 in |
| Height | 68.1 in | 67.6 in | 0.5 in |
| Curb Weight | 4312 lb. | 4839 lb. | -527 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.1 gal. | 19.2 gal. | 0.9 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 41.8 in | -2.2 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.4 in | 58.4 in | 1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.5 in | 55.4 in | 1.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 40.8 in | 0.1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 40.5 in | -1.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.7 in | 57.1 in | 1.6 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 55.0 in | 1 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 44.3 in | -4.5 in |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 35.4 in | 38.7 in | -3.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 56.9 in | 50.8 in | 6.1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 43.7 in | 41.1 in | 2.6 in |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 32.4 in | 33.4 in | -1 in |
| Total Legroom | 113.1 in (over 3 rows) | 118.5 in (over 3 rows) | -5.4 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.2 ft3 | 19.4 ft3 | -2.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 47.5 ft3 | 45.0 ft3 | 2.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 100.7 ft3 | 86.7 ft3 | 14 ft3 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Mazda CX-9
| 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2011 Ford Flex
| 2011 Ford Flex Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2011 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 355hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The seating throughout the vehicle is extremely roomy. Adults can fit comfortably in both the second and third row seats. The driver and passenger seats are also extremely comfortable. see full Ford Flex review |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
everything see full Ford Flex review |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Very comfortable and easy to adjust front seats with good materials, good controls, and sufficient room to stretch out your legs. see full Ford Flex review |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Tons of rear leg room. Can accommodate basketball players see full Ford Flex review |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 262-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed automatic FWD |
Plenty of room in the first and second rows. The third row will fit an adult, but is better for the kids. see full Ford Flex review |
| 2011 Ford Flex Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 355hp 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Took awhile to think of something that could be improved but a bit larger area in the front drivers footwell would be appreciated. That's about it. see full Ford Flex review |
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