Model Year | 2010 | 2011 | |
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 | 113.2 in | 109.2 in | 4 in |
Length | 200.2 in | 190.9 in | 9.3 in |
Width | 76.2 in | 78.5 in | -2.3 in |
Height | 68.0 in | 71.0 in | -3 in |
Curb Weight | 4546 lb. | 4506 lb. | 40 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.1 gal. | 21.0 gal. | -0.9 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 40.0 in | -0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.4 in | 61.5 in | -2.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.5 in | 58.6 in | -2.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 41.4 in | -0.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 39.8 in | -0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.7 in | 62.2 in | -3.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 56.9 in | -0.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 38.5 in | 1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.4 in | 38.2 in | -2.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 56.9 in | 58.9 in | -2 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 43.7 in | 48.4 in | -4.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 32.4 in | 32.1 in | 0.3 in |
Total Legroom | 113.1 in (over 3 rows) | 112 in (over 3 rows) | 1.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.2 ft3 | 18.0 ft3 | -0.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 48.3 ft3 | 47.7 ft3 | 0.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 100.7 ft3 | 87.0 ft3 | 13.7 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 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
This is a very comfortable vehicle for long road trips. The seats are spacious, supportive, and the driving position is good. 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 |
2011 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Roomy and very adjustable. 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 |
2011 Honda Pilot Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2012 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
The front seat did not go back far enough for a very tall person, headroom was good, head rest pushes your head forward which is horrible. Passenger seat has a glove box near ankles which hits your shins. I guess they used midgets to design the car. see full Honda Pilot review |
2012 | 4dr SUV 250-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
I actually thought the limited edition of the pilot had a nice leather seats and I liked the position of the video screen. The only part that bothered me was access to the third row was circus like. see full Honda Pilot review |
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 |