Model Year | 2011 | 2007 | |
Model | Mazda CX-9 | Nissan Xterra | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 204 kW@6250 366 Nm@4250 |
4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 195 kW@5600 385 Nm@4000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,875 mm | 2,700 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 5,085 mm | 4,539 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,935 mm | 1,849 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,727 mm | 1,902 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,964 kg | 1,889 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 76 L | 80 L | -4 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,006 mm | 1,013 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,509 mm | 1,481 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,435 mm | 1,420 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,039 mm | 1,077 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 991 mm | 998 mm | -7 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,491 mm | 1,481 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,422 mm | 1,171 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 874 mm | -873 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 899 mm | 0 mm | 899 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,445 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,110 mm | 0 mm | 1 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 823 mm | 0 mm | 823 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,873 mm (over 3 rows) | 1,951 mm (over 2 rows) | 1 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 487 L | 997 L | -510 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,368 L | 35.2 | -34.2 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,852 L | 1,860 L | 1 L |
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 |
2007 Nissan Xterra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The seats are supportive without being rigid. I like the easy to clean, removable seating material. see full Nissan Xterra review |
2007 Nissan Xterra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The rear seat on the XTerra is not spacious, but it is sufficient for shorter adults, kids, and pets. At 6'4", I'm cramped and the narrow door opening doesn't help with access. Still, it's far less clastrophobic than the FJ Cruiser. see full Nissan Xterra review |