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Mazda CX-9 (2008) vs. Lexus ES (2006) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2008 Mazda CX-9 and 2006 Lexus ES specs.

2008 Mazda CX-9 and 2006 Lexus ES Specifications

Model Year 2008 2006  
Model Mazda CX-9 Lexus ES  
Engine 3.7L V6
DOHC-4v
273 hp@6250
270 lb-ft@4250
3.3L V6
DOHC-4v
218 hp@5600
236 lb-ft@3600
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 5-speed automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 113.2 in 107.1 in 6.1 in
Length 199.6 in 191.1 in 8.5 in
Width 76.2 in 71.3 in 4.9 in
Height 68.1 in 57.3 in 10.8 in
Curb Weight 4312 lb. 3472 lb. 840 lb.
Fuel Capacity 20.1 gal. 18.5 gal. 1.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.6 in 37.6 in 2 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 59.4 in 56.8 in 2.6 in
Hip Room, Row 1 56.5 in 55.5 in 1 in
Legroom, Row 1 40.9 in 42.2 in -1.3 in
Headroom, Row 2 38.8 in 36.9 in 1.9 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 58.7 in 55.8 in 2.9 in
Hip Room, Row 2 56.0 in 55.5 in 0.5 in
Legroom, Row 2 39.8 in 35.6 in 4.2 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) 77.8 in (over 2 rows) 35.3 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 17.2 ft3 14.5 ft3 2.7 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 47.5 ft3 14.5 33 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 100.7 ft3 14.5 ft3 86.2 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2008 Mazda CX-9

2008 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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 FWD
highly adjustable, nice and firm 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
2007 4dr SUV 263-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
We bought this vehicle to replace a 4-door sedan in order to have more room for our grandchildren. Eventually they will be old enough to sit in the thrid row seats. see full Mazda CX-9 review
2007 4dr SUV 263-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
7 seats see full Mazda CX-9 review
2007 4dr SUV 263-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Very flexible seating positions. Middle row adjusts so you can tailor leg room for the rear most passengers or provide second row with max space if desired. see full Mazda CX-9 review
2007 4dr SUV 263-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
Third row seats fairly easy to get into and are comfortable, second row slides for and aft and tilts a bit. Third row easy to pull up and let down. see full Mazda CX-9 review
2008 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
2007 4dr SUV 263-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD
3rd row leg room is tight see full Mazda CX-9 review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Lexus ES

2006 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2005 4dr Sedan 225-horsepower 3.3L V6
5-speed automatic FWD
Comfortable seats. see full Lexus ES review
2006 Lexus ES Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Had a ton of trouble with front seat comfort - had to trade it in after only 4 mos. Even my daughter's Sonata was more comfortable. Did everything i could to rectifiy - even had firmer cushions put into driver seat. Others have had the same issue. see full Lexus ES review
2007 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Most awful front seats i have ever experienced in 40 yrs of driving. I have done everything i can to make it comfortable. Even had extra firmer padding added to the driver seat. Pain in my leg and lower back is unbearable - check forums for Lexus owners - seems to be a problem with taller men and even some women. Never ever had a problem like this in any car i have had or driven. Strange issue. see full Lexus ES review
2007 4dr Sedan 272-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD
If tall person sits in front seat, rear seat will not have a lot of legroom. Otherwise, very comfortable. Poor interior lighting in rear (front is bad, too, but slightly better). see full Lexus ES review
 
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