Model Year | 2010 | 2006 | |
Model | Mazda CX-9 | Jeep Liberty | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 273 hp@6250 270 lb-ft@4250 |
3.7L V6 OHC-2v 210 hp@5200 235 lb-ft@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 4-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | 4WD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.2 in | 104.3 in | 8.9 in |
Length | 200.2 in | 174.4 in | 25.8 in |
Width | 76.2 in | 71.6 in | 4.6 in |
Height | 68.0 in | 71.9 in | -3.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4546 lb. | 4001 lb. | 545 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.1 gal. | 20.5 gal. | -0.4 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 40.7 in | -1.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.4 in | 56.5 in | 2.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.5 in | 57.0 in | -0.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 40.8 in | 0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 42.1 in | -3.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.7 in | 56.5 in | 2.2 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 47.4 in | 8.6 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 37.2 in | 2.6 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.4 in | 0.0 in | 35.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 56.9 in | 0.0 in | 56.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 43.7 in | 0.0 in | 43.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 32.4 in | 0.0 in | 32.4 in |
Total Legroom | 113.1 in (over 3 rows) | 78 in (over 2 rows) | 35.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.2 ft3 | 29.0 ft3 | -11.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 48.3 ft3 | 29.0 | 19.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 100.7 ft3 | 69.0 ft3 | 31.7 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 |
2006 Jeep Liberty Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 160hp 2.8L I4 Diesel 5-speed automatic 4WD w/low range |
Fits our kids. see full Jeep Liberty review |
2005 | 4dr SUV 210-horsepower 3.7L V6 4-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
fullypowered front seat. gives you perfect control over your position as a driver see full Jeep Liberty review |