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Model Year | 2009 | 2010 | |
Model | Mazda CX-9 | Honda Pilot | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 273 hp@6250 270 lb-ft@4250 |
3.5L V6 OHC-4v 250 hp@5700 253 lb-ft@4800 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,875 mm | 2,774 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 5,070 mm | 4,849 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,935 mm | 1,994 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,730 mm | 1,803 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,054 kg | 2,044 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 76 L | 79 L | -3 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,006 mm | 1,016 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,509 mm | 1,562 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,435 mm | 1,488 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,039 mm | 1,052 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 986 mm | 1,011 mm | 985 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,491 mm | 1,580 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,422 mm | 1,445 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 978 mm | -977 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 899 mm | 970 mm | -71 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,445 mm | 1,496 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,110 mm | 1,229 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 823 mm | 815 mm | 8 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,873 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,845 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 487 L | 510 L | -23 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,345 L | 1,351 L | 0 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,852 L | 2,464 L | 0 L |
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 |
2010 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Roomy and very adjustable. see full Honda Pilot review |
2011 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Very comfortable rear seats and climate controls, even for tall people. see full Honda Pilot review |
2010 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Ability to make adjustments to fit all drivers in the family, supportive and comfortable over long drives see full Honda Pilot review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
great for the kids and/or parent to hang out together with easy access to compartments and storage see full Honda Pilot review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
It is absolutely the right size for our needs. see full Honda Pilot review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Large leg room. see full Honda Pilot review |
2009 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic FWD |
plenty of room, even in the 3rd row - unlike the highlander see full Honda Pilot review |
2010 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2011 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
This seat was not made for long distance driving. The armrest on the door feels cushy, but after a couple of hours your elbow is pretty much on hard plastic. see full Honda Pilot review |