Model Year | 2011 | 2009 | |
Model | Mazda CX-9 | Saturn AURA | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 273 hp@6250 270 lb-ft@4250 |
3.6L V6 DOHC-4v 252 hp@6300 251 lb-ft@3200 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.2 in | 112.3 in | 0.9 in |
Length | 200.2 in | 190.9 in | 9.3 in |
Width | 76.2 in | 70.3 in | 5.9 in |
Height | 68.0 in | 57.6 in | 10.4 in |
Curb Weight | 4330 lb. | 3660 lb. | 670 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.1 gal. | 16.0 gal. | 4.1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 39.4 in | 0.2 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.4 in | 55.9 in | 3.5 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 | 39.0 in | 37.4 in | 1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.7 in | 54.0 in | 4.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 52.2 in | 3.8 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 37.6 in | 2.2 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) | 79.8 in (over 2 rows) | 33.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.2 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 | 2.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 48.3 ft3 | 14.9 | 33.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 100.7 ft3 | 14.9 ft3 | 85.8 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 Saturn AURA Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 169-horsepower 2.4L I4 4-speed automatic FWD |
Comfortable for tall people. Lots of front seat legroom and headroom. Telescopic steering. Centre armrest adjusts nicely, I can drive with both elbows resting and still hold steering wheel. see full Saturn AURA review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 219-horsepower 3.5L V6 4-speed automatic FWD |
The seats fit me well and I find I can drive for hours without discomfort. see full Saturn AURA review |
2008 | 4dr Sedan 252-horsepower 3.6L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
Tilt/telescoping. Power and heated. They hold you in place in curves better than a sedan usually does. see full Saturn AURA review |