| Model Year | 2009 | 2021 | |
| Model | Mazda CX-9 | Kia Forte | |
| Engine | 3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 273 hp@6250 270 lb-ft@4250 |
turbocharged 1.6L I4 DOHC-4v 201 hp@6000 195 lb-ft@1500 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 7-speed automated manual | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 113.2 in | 106.3 in | 6.9 in |
| Length | 199.6 in | 182.7 in | 16.9 in |
| Width | 76.2 in | 70.9 in | 5.3 in |
| Height | 68.1 in | 56.5 in | 11.6 in |
| Curb Weight | 4312 lb. | 3012 lb. | 1300 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.1 gal. | 14.0 gal. | 6.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 38.8 in | 0.8 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.4 in | 56.1 in | 3.3 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.5 in | 53.0 in | 3.5 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 42.2 in | -1.3 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 37.5 in | 1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.7 in | 55.3 in | 3.4 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 51.1 in | 4.9 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 35.7 in | 4.1 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) | 77.9 in (over 2 rows) | 35.2 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.2 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 | 1.9 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 47.5 ft3 | 15.3 | 32.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 100.7 ft3 | 15.3 ft3 | 85.4 ft3 |
| 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 |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2021 Kia Forte.