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2009 Mazda CX-9 and 2007 Toyota Highlander Specifications
| Model Year | 2009 | 2007 | |
| Model | Mazda CX-9 | Toyota Highlander | |
| Engine | 3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 273 hp@6250 270 lb-ft@4250 |
3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 215 hp@5600 222 lb-ft@3600 |
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| Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 5-speed automatic | |
| Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
| Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
| Difference | |||
| Wheelbase | 2,875 mm | 2,715 mm | 0 mm |
| Length | 5,070 mm | 4,689 mm | 1 mm |
| Width | 1,935 mm | 1,826 mm | 0 mm |
| Height | 1,730 mm | 1,725 mm | 0 mm |
| Curb Weight | 2,054 kg | 1,785 kg | 1 kg |
| Fuel Capacity | 76 L | 72 L | 4 L |
| Headroom, Row 1 | 1,006 mm | 1,016 mm | 0 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,509 mm | 1,471 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,435 mm | 1,400 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 1 | 1,039 mm | 1,034 mm | 0 mm |
| Headroom, Row 2 | 986 mm | 1,011 mm | 985 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,491 mm | 1,448 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,422 mm | 1,394 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 925 mm | -924 mm |
| Headroom, Row 3 | 899 mm | 820 mm | 79 mm |
| Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 1,445 mm | 1,351 mm | 0 mm |
| Hip Room, Row 3 | 1,110 mm | 1,011 mm | 0 mm |
| Legroom, Row 3 | 823 mm | 767 mm | 56 mm |
| Total Legroom | 2,873 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,725 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
| Cargo Volume, Minimum | 487 L | 297 L | 190 L |
| Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,345 L | 1,124 L | 0 L |
| Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,852 L | 2,282 L | 0 L |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Mazda CX-9
| 2009 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Access to the 3rd row is better than any other 7 passenger SUV I drove. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
| 2009 | 4dr SUV 273-horsepower 3.7L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Easy access to third row, good leg room in second and third row. see full Mazda CX-9 review |
| 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 AWD |
Third row is plenty comfortable for two adults on a long trip. 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 |
| 2009 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 |
What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Toyota Highlander
| 2007 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Third row seating and 2nd row has more leg room than the Murano by about 1". see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
4 cup holders see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Limo-like leg room and captains chairs see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 209-horsepower 3.3L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD |
The widest seats of all Midsize SUVs (X5, Q7, Tourag, Cayenne, etc.) see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2006 | 4dr SUV 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Ease of entry and exit and the spacious leg room. see full Toyota Highlander review |
| 2007 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
| Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
| 2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
3rd row seat is full bench seat and individual side can not be raised or lowered independently. Access and available room much less than MDX. see full Toyota Highlander review |
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