Model Year | 2012 | 2006 | |
Model | Mazda CX-9 | Subaru Legacy | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 273 hp@6250 270 lb-ft@4250 |
turbocharged 2.5L H4 DOHC-4v 250 hp@6000 250 lb-ft@3600 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Wagon | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.2 in | 105.1 in | 8.1 in |
Length | 200.2 in | 188.7 in | 11.5 in |
Width | 76.2 in | 68.1 in | 8.1 in |
Height | 68.0 in | 58.1 in | 9.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4546 lb. | 3505 lb. | 1041 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.1 gal. | 16.9 gal. | 3.2 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 40.5 in | -0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.4 in | 54.4 in | 5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.5 in | 51.0 in | 5.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 44.1 in | -3.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 39.1 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.7 in | 53.7 in | 5 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 52.6 in | 3.4 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 33.9 in | 5.9 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 in (over 2 rows) | 35.1 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.2 ft3 | 33.5 ft3 | -16.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 48.3 ft3 | 33.5 | 14.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 100.7 ft3 | 66.2 ft3 | 34.5 ft3 |
2012 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 |
2006 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2005 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
I have a hard time fitting into most cars due to headroom issues. Wagon without sunroof fits me perfectly. see full Subaru Legacy review |
2005 | 4dr Wagon 168-horsepower 2.5L H4 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very comfortable seats and the heating soothes the sore back see full Subaru Legacy review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
I’ve driven this car on 8+ hour road trips before and it’s very comfortable on long trips. see full Subaru Legacy review |
2006 Subaru Legacy Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2007 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 243hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Many passengers have complained about the lack of leg room in the front passenger well. see full Subaru Legacy review |
2005 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
It is tiny. see full Subaru Legacy review |
2005 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Passengers have complained that their legs get a little pinched in the rear seat. I tell them to stop being so tall. see full Subaru Legacy review |
2005 | 4dr Wagon turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
Admittedly, the Legacy is a small-ish vehicle. My back seat passengers report being comfortable, but snug. see full Subaru Legacy review |
2005 | 4dr Sedan turbocharged 250hp 2.5L H4 5-speed manual AWD |
There just isn’t much rear leg room. see full Subaru Legacy review |