Model Year | 2010 | 2014 | |
Model | Mazda CX-9 | Ford Mustang | |
Engine | |||
Transmission | |||
Drivetrain | |||
Body | 4dr SUV | 2dr Coupe | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,875 mm | 2,720 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 5,085 mm | 4,788 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,935 mm | 1,877 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,727 mm | 1,417 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,964 kg | 1,588 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 76 L | 61 L | 15 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,006 mm | 978 mm | -977 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,509 mm | 1,405 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,435 mm | 1,356 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,039 mm | 1,077 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 991 mm | 881 mm | 110 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,491 mm | 1,214 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,422 mm | 1,189 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 757 mm | -756 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 899 mm | 0 mm | 899 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,445 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,110 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 823 mm | 0 mm | 823 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,873 mm (over 3 rows) | 1,834 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 487 L | 379 L | 108 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,368 L | 13.4 | -12.4 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,852 L | 13.4 | -11.4 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 |
2014 Ford Mustang Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Comment | |
This "why not" should not come as a surprise. Neither the Mustang nor the Audi has much rear legroom. Plus in the Mustang my head was pressed against the rear window, and I'm only 5-9. The Mustang coupe's rear seat is viable only for people up to 5-6 or so in height. The Audi has a little more rear headroom. As does the Mustang convertible. If you will be putting people into the rear seat of the Mustang, you should turn off the "easy entry" feature. When it's activated, this feature automatically motors the seat backward when the engine is shut off, reducing rear legroom to near zero. I was nearly trapped when I turned the engine off while sitting in the back seat to take photos. If you want a V8-powered coupe with a roomy rear seat, get a Dodge Challenger. Both the Mustang and the RS 5 do a better job of transporting luggage than rear seat passengers. Both trunks have about as much capacity as that of the average compact sedan. see full Ford Mustang review |
2014 Ford Mustang Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2013 | 2dr Coupe 420-horsepower 5.0L V8 6-speed manual RWD |
Without the sunroof, there is adequate headroom, legroom, and hiproom for taller drivers (6'6"+). The seats are supportive and comfortable for longer drives. This car makes a competent "daily driver" in fair weather. see full Ford Mustang review |