Model Year | 2006 | 2009 | |
Model | Nissan Xterra | Mazda CX-9 | |
Engine | 4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 265 hp@5600 284 lb-ft@4000 |
3.7L V6 DOHC-4v 273 hp@6250 270 lb-ft@4250 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.3 in | 113.2 in | -6.9 in |
Length | 178.7 in | 199.6 in | -20.9 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 76.2 in | -3.4 in |
Height | 74.9 in | 68.1 in | 6.8 in |
Curb Weight | 4165 lb. | 4528 lb. | -363 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 21.1 gal. | 20.1 gal. | 1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.9 in | 39.6 in | 0.3 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.3 in | 59.4 in | -1.1 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.9 in | 56.5 in | -0.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 42.4 in | 40.9 in | 1.5 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.3 in | 38.8 in | 0.5 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 58.3 in | 58.7 in | -0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 46.1 in | 56.0 in | -9.9 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 34.4 in | 39.8 in | -5.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 35.4 in | -35.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 56.9 in | -56.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 43.7 in | -43.7 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 0.0 in | 32.4 in | -32.4 in |
Total Legroom | 76.8 in (over 2 rows) | 113.1 in (over 3 rows) | -36.3 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 35.2 ft3 | 17.2 ft3 | 18 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 35.2 | 47.5 ft3 | -12.3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 65.7 ft3 | 100.7 ft3 | -35 ft3 |
2006 Nissan Xterra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The seats are supportive without being rigid. I like the easy to clean, removable seating material. see full Nissan Xterra review |
2006 Nissan Xterra Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2006 | 4dr SUV 265-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range |
The rear seat on the XTerra is not spacious, but it is sufficient for shorter adults, kids, and pets. At 6'4", I'm cramped and the narrow door opening doesn't help with access. Still, it's far less clastrophobic than the FJ Cruiser. see full Nissan Xterra review |
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 |