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Nissan Xterra (2009) vs. Mazda CX-9 (2010) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2009 Nissan Xterra and 2010 Mazda CX-9 specs.

2009 Nissan Xterra and 2010 Mazda CX-9 Specifications

Model Year 2009 2010  
Model Nissan Xterra Mazda CX-9  
Engine 4.0L V6
DOHC-4v
261 hp@5600
281 lb-ft@4000
3.7L V6
DOHC-4v
273 hp@6250
270 lb-ft@4250
 
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

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2009 Nissan Xterra

2009 Nissan Xterra Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2010 4dr SUV 261-horsepower 4.0L V6
6-speed manual 4WD, part-time w/low range
Roomy rear seat with easy access. see full Nissan Xterra review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2010 Mazda CX-9

2010 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
 
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