Model Year | 2012 | 2006 | |
Model | Mazda CX-9 | Toyota Avalon | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 204 kW@6250 366 Nm@4250 |
3.5L V6 DOHC-4v 200 kW@6200 336 Nm@4700 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr Sedan | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,875 mm | 2,819 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 5,085 mm | 5,009 mm | 0 mm |
Width | 1,935 mm | 1,849 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,727 mm | 1,486 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 1,964 kg | 1,583 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 76 L | 70 L | 6 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,006 mm | 986 mm | -985 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,509 mm | 1,509 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,435 mm | 1,417 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,039 mm | 1,049 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 991 mm | 953 mm | 38 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,491 mm | 1,478 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,422 mm | 1,427 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 1,039 mm | 0 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) | 2,088 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 487 L | 408 L | 79 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,368 L | 14.4 | -13.4 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,852 L | 14.4 | -12.4 L |
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 Toyota Avalon Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
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 |