Model Year | 2009 | 2008 | |
Model | Mazda CX-9 | Volvo XC90 | |
Engine | 3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 273 hp@6250 270 lb-ft@4250 |
4.4L V8 DOHC-4v 311 hp@5850 325 lb-ft@3900 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 2,875 mm | 2,860 mm | 0 mm |
Length | 5,070 mm | 4,798 mm | 1 mm |
Width | 1,935 mm | 1,897 mm | 0 mm |
Height | 1,730 mm | 1,783 mm | 0 mm |
Curb Weight | 2,054 kg | 2,189 kg | 0 kg |
Fuel Capacity | 76 L | 80 L | -4 L |
Headroom, Row 1 | 1,006 mm | 1,008 mm | 0 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 1,509 mm | 1,481 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 1,435 mm | 1,407 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 1 | 1,039 mm | 1,041 mm | 0 mm |
Headroom, Row 2 | 986 mm | 975 mm | 11 mm |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 1,491 mm | 1,458 mm | 0 mm |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 1,422 mm | 1,374 mm | 0 mm |
Legroom, Row 2 | 1,011 mm | 879 mm | -878 mm |
Headroom, Row 3 | 899 mm | 902 mm | -3 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 | 765 mm | 58 mm |
Total Legroom | 2,873 mm (over 3 rows) | 2,685 mm (over 3 rows) | 0 mm |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 487 L | 249 L | 238 L |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 1,345 L | 1,226 L | 0 L |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 2,852 L | 2,410 L | 0 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 |
2008 Volvo XC90 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
3rd row very roomy. 2nd row very comfortable. see full Volvo XC90 review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Comfortable. see full Volvo XC90 review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Wife and two car seats fit in back. see full Volvo XC90 review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 235-horsepower 3.2L I6 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Comfortable. see full Volvo XC90 review |