Model Year | 2010 | 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 | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.2 in | 117.9 in | -4.7 in |
Length | 200.2 in | 202.3 in | -2.1 in |
Width | 76.2 in | 75.9 in | 0.3 in |
Height | 68.0 in | 67.6 in | 0.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4546 lb. | 4839 lb. | -293 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 | 39.0 in | 40.5 in | -1.5 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 | 48.3 ft3 | 45.0 ft3 | 3.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 100.7 ft3 | 86.7 ft3 | 14 ft3 |
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 |
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 |