Model Year | 2006 | 2010 | |
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 | 200.2 in | -21.5 in |
Width | 72.8 in | 76.2 in | -3.4 in |
Height | 74.9 in | 68.0 in | 6.9 in |
Curb Weight | 4165 lb. | 4546 lb. | -381 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 | 39.0 in | 0.3 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 | 48.3 ft3 | -13.1 |
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 |
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 |