| Model Year | 2012 | 2010 | |
| Model | Mazda CX-9 | Toyota FJ Cruiser | |
| Engine | 3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 273 hp@6250 270 lb-ft@4250 |
4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 259 hp@5600 270 lb-ft@4400 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD w/low range | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 113.2 in | 105.9 in | 7.3 in |
| Length | 200.2 in | 183.9 in | 16.3 in |
| Width | 76.2 in | 74.6 in | 1.6 in |
| Height | 68.0 in | 70.9 in | -2.9 in |
| Curb Weight | 4546 lb. | 4290 lb. | 256 lb. |
| Fuel Capacity | 20.1 gal. | 19.0 gal. | 1.1 gal. |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 41.3 in | -1.7 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.4 in | 58.4 in | 1 in |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.5 in | 55.4 in | 1.1 in |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 41.9 in | -1 in |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 40.3 in | -1.3 in |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.7 in | 53.9 in | 4.8 in |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 51.0 in | 5 in |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 31.3 in | 8.5 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) | 73.2 in (over 2 rows) | 39.9 in |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.2 ft3 | 27.9 ft3 | -10.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 48.3 ft3 | 27.9 | 20.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 100.7 ft3 | 66.8 ft3 | 33.9 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 |
| 2010 Toyota FJ Cruiser Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2010 | 4dr SUV 259-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual AWD w/low range |
Rear seats are cramped. Access is awful, with strange half-doors that require front doors to be open before they can be opened. see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review |