Model Year | 2009 | 2016 | |
Model | Mazda CX-9 | Nissan Quest | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 273 hp@6250 270 lb-ft@4250 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 260 hp@6000 240 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | CVT | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Minivan, ext. | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.2 in | 118.1 in | -4.9 in |
Length | 199.6 in | 200.8 in | -1.2 in |
Width | 76.2 in | 77.6 in | -1.4 in |
Height | 68.1 in | 71.5 in | -3.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4312 lb. | 4367 lb. | -55 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.1 gal. | 20.0 gal. | 0.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 42.1 in | -2.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.4 in | 64.5 in | -5.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.5 in | 57.3 in | -0.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 43.8 in | -2.9 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 38.8 in | 41.6 in | -2.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.7 in | 63.2 in | -4.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 66.0 in | -10 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 36.7 in | 3.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.4 in | 40.0 in | -4.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 56.9 in | 61.2 in | -4.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 43.7 in | 49.6 in | -5.9 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 32.4 in | 40.5 in | -8.1 in |
Total Legroom | 113.1 in (over 3 rows) | 121 in (over 3 rows) | -7.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.2 ft3 | 35.1 ft3 | -17.9 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 47.5 ft3 | 63.6 ft3 | -16.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 100.7 ft3 | 108.4 ft3 | -7.7 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 2016 Nissan Quest.