Model Year | 2010 | 2006 | |
Model | Mazda CX-9 | Volkswagen Touareg | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 273 hp@6250 270 lb-ft@4250 |
4.2L V8 DOHC-5v 310 hp@6200 302 lb-ft@3000 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD w/low range | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 113.2 in | 112.4 in | 0.8 in |
Length | 200.2 in | 187.2 in | 13 in |
Width | 76.2 in | 75.9 in | 0.3 in |
Height | 68.0 in | 68.0 in | 0 in |
Curb Weight | 4546 lb. | 5300 lb. | -754 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.1 gal. | 26.4 gal. | -6.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 38.7 in | 0.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.4 in | 57.7 in | 1.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.5 in | 0.0 in | 56.5 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 41.3 in | -0.4 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 38.3 in | 0.7 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.7 in | 57.4 in | 1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 0.0 in | 56 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 35.6 in | 4.2 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) | 76.9 in (over 2 rows) | 36.2 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.2 ft3 | 31.0 ft3 | -13.8 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 48.3 ft3 | 31.0 | 17.3 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 100.7 ft3 | 71.0 ft3 | 29.7 ft3 |
2010 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 |
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 |
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 |
2006 Volkswagen Touareg Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 310-horsepower 4.2L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD w/low range |
The front seats in a Touareg are on par with the best seats from Mercedes and BMW. My back hates driving long distances, but you can drive this car till your eyes are crossed. Your butt and back never tire from these seats. see full Volkswagen Touareg review |