Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
Model | Mazda CX-9 | Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 273 hp@6250 270 lb-ft@4250 |
turbocharged 2.0L I4 DOHC-4v 237 hp@6000 253 lb-ft@3000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed automated manual | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.2 in | 103.7 in | 9.5 in |
Length | 200.2 in | 180.0 in | 20.2 in |
Width | 76.2 in | 69.4 in | 6.8 in |
Height | 68.0 in | 58.7 in | 9.3 in |
Curb Weight | 4546 lb. | 3480 lb. | 1066 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.1 gal. | 15.3 gal. | 4.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 39.6 in | 0 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.4 in | 54.7 in | 4.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.5 in | 53.3 in | 3.2 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 42.2 in | -1.3 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 36.9 in | 2.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.7 in | 54.3 in | 4.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 54.1 in | 1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 36.1 in | 3.7 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) | 78.3 in (over 2 rows) | 34.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.2 ft3 | 11.6 ft3 | 5.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 48.3 ft3 | 11.6 | 36.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 100.7 ft3 | 11.6 ft3 | 89.1 ft3 |
2011 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 Mitsubishi Lancer Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2010 | 4dr Sedan 168-horsepower 2.4L I4 6-speed shiftable CVT FWD |
These seats desperately need more lumbar support. They're okay in short distances, but I really want the Recaros from the Evo a few hours in. Stronger side bolsters would be nice for hoon duty, too. see full Mitsubishi Lancer review |