Model Year | 2009 | 2021 | |
Model | Mazda CX-9 | Toyota RAV4 | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 273 hp@6250 270 lb-ft@4250 |
2.5L I4 DOHC-4v 203 hp@6600 184 lb-ft@5000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,875 mm | 2,690 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 5,070 mm | 4,595 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,935 mm | 1,854 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,730 mm | 1,702 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,054 kg | 1,583 kg | 1 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 76 L | 55 L | 21 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,006 mm | 1,003 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,509 mm | 1,468 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,435 mm | 1,379 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,039 mm | 1,041 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 986 mm | 1,003 mm | 985 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,491 mm | 1,433 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,422 mm | 1,212 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 960 mm | -959 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) | 2,002 mm (over 2 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 487 L | 1,065 L | 486 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,345 L | 37.6 | -36.6 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,852 L | 0 L | 2 L |
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 |
2021 Toyota RAV4 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2020 | 4dr SUV 176-horsepower 2.5L I4 Hybrid 6-speed shiftable CVT AWD |
Seats are comfortable but the cockpit seems designed to enfold you and while there is plenty of dose it doesn't feel roomy. The console is over large. see full Toyota RAV4 review |