Model Year | 2010 | 2006 | |
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 | 113.2 in | 112.6 in | 0.6 in |
Length | 200.2 in | 188.9 in | 11.3 in |
Width | 76.2 in | 74.7 in | 1.5 in |
Height | 68.0 in | 70.2 in | -2.2 in |
Curb Weight | 4546 lb. | 4612 lb. | -66 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.1 gal. | 21.1 gal. | -1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.6 in | 39.7 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 59.4 in | 58.3 in | 1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 56.5 in | 55.4 in | 1.1 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.9 in | 41.0 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.0 in | 38.4 in | 0.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.7 in | 57.4 in | 1.3 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 56.0 in | 54.1 in | 1.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 34.6 in | 5.2 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 35.4 in | 35.5 in | -0.1 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 | 30.1 in | 2.3 in |
Total Legroom | 113.1 in (over 3 rows) | 105.7 in (over 3 rows) | 7.4 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 17.2 ft3 | 8.8 ft3 | 8.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 48.3 ft3 | 43.3 ft3 | 5 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 100.7 ft3 | 85.1 ft3 | 15.6 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 Volvo XC90 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 311-horsepower 4.4L V8 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
7 passenger capacity. see full Volvo XC90 review |
2005 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 268hp 2.9L I6 4-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
The front leather seating is very comfortable. Having the heated front seats in twe winter allows for quick comfort. The multi adjustable seating for both driver and passenger allows for each to set seats to their liking then set in the memory location see full Volvo XC90 review |