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Mazda CX-9 (2012) vs. Toyota Avalon (2006) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2012 Mazda CX-9 and 2006 Toyota Avalon specs.

2012 Mazda CX-9 and 2006 Toyota Avalon Specifications

Model Year 2012 2006  
Model Mazda CX-9 Toyota Avalon  
Engine 3.7L V6
DOHC-4v
273 hp@6250
270 lb-ft@4250
3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
268 hp@6200
248 lb-ft@4700
 
Transmission 6-speed shiftable automatic 5-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain FWD FWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr Sedan  
      Difference
Wheelbase 113.2 in 111.0 in 2.2 in
Length 200.2 in 197.2 in 3 in
Width 76.2 in 72.8 in 3.4 in
Height 68.0 in 58.5 in 9.5 in
Curb Weight 4330 lb. 3490 lb. 840 lb.
Fuel Capacity 20.1 gal. 18.5 gal. 1.6 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 39.6 in 38.8 in 0.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 59.4 in 59.4 in 0 in
Hip Room, Row 1 56.5 in 55.8 in 0.7 in
Legroom, Row 1 40.9 in 41.3 in -0.4 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.0 in 37.5 in 1.5 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 58.7 in 58.2 in 0.5 in
Hip Room, Row 2 56.0 in 56.2 in -0.2 in
Legroom, Row 2 39.8 in 40.9 in -1.1 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) 82.2 in (over 2 rows) 30.9 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 17.2 ft3 14.4 ft3 2.8 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 48.3 ft3 14.4 33.9 ft3
Cargo Volume, Maximum 100.7 ft3 14.4 ft3 86.3 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2012 Mazda CX-9

2012 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2006 Toyota Avalon

2006 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2007 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Limo like rear seat that actually reclines. see full Toyota Avalon review
2007 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Plenty of room. see full Toyota Avalon review
2007 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
Very adequate as is the back see full Toyota Avalon review
2006 4dr Sedan 268-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
very comfortable see full Toyota Avalon review
2005 4dr Sedan 280-horsepower 3.5L V6
5-speed shiftable automatic FWD
My kids loved the roominess of the back seat which made easier transition from the former minivan. see full Toyota Avalon review
 
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