Model Year | 2007 | 2009 | |
Model | Mazda CX-9 | Subaru Tribeca | |
Engine | 3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 263 hp@6250 249 lb-ft@4500 |
3.6L H6 DOHC-4v 256 hp@6000 247 lb-ft@4400 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,875 mm | 2,748 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 5,070 mm | 4,864 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,935 mm | 1,877 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,730 mm | 1,687 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,054 kg | 1,878 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 76 L | 64 L | 12 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,006 mm | 988 mm | -987 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,509 mm | 1,476 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,435 mm | 1,372 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,039 mm | 1,074 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 986 mm | 970 mm | 16 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,491 mm | 1,461 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,422 mm | 1,387 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 871 mm | -870 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 899 mm | 919 mm | -20 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,445 mm | 1,303 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,110 mm | 1,100 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 3 | 823 mm | 785 mm | 38 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,873 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,731 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 487 L | 235 L | 252 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,345 L | 1,065 L | 0 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,852 L | 2,107 L | 0 L |
2007 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 FWD |
highly adjustable, nice and firm 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 |
2007 | 4dr SUV 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
We bought this vehicle to replace a 4-door sedan in order to have more room for our grandchildren. Eventually they will be old enough to sit in the thrid row seats. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
7 seats see full Mazda CX-9 review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Very flexible seating positions. Middle row adjusts so you can tailor leg room for the rear most passengers or provide second row with max space if desired. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Third row seats fairly easy to get into and are comfortable, second row slides for and aft and tilts a bit. Third row easy to pull up and let down. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
2007 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 |
2007 | 4dr SUV 263-horsepower 3.5L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
3rd row leg room is tight see full Mazda CX-9 review |
2009 Subaru Tribeca Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 256-horsepower 3.6L H6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
lots of legroom with adjustable rear seat. see full Subaru Tribeca review |