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Subaru Forester (2018) vs. Mazda CX-9 (2007) Specs

How powerful is the engine? How much room is in the back seat? Get the 2018 Subaru Forester and 2007 Mazda CX-9 specs.

2018 Subaru Forester and 2007 Mazda CX-9 Specifications

Model Year 2018 2007  
Model Subaru Forester Mazda CX-9  
Engine turbocharged
2.0L H4
DOHC-4v
250 hp@5600
258 lb-ft@2000		 3.5L V6
DOHC-4v
263 hp@6250
249 lb-ft@4500		  
Transmission 8-speed shiftable CVT 6-speed shiftable automatic  
Drivetrain AWD AWD  
Body 4dr SUV 4dr SUV  
      Difference
Wheelbase 103.9 in 113.2 in -9.3 in
Length 180.9 in 199.6 in -18.7 in
Width 70.7 in 76.2 in -5.5 in
Height 66.4 in 68.1 in -1.7 in
Curb Weight 3653 lb. 4528 lb. -875 lb.
Fuel Capacity 15.9 gal. 20.1 gal. -4.2 gal.
Headroom, Row 1 41.4 in 39.6 in 1.8 in
Shoulder Room, Row 1 57.0 in 59.4 in -2.4 in
Hip Room, Row 1 53.9 in 56.5 in -2.6 in
Legroom, Row 1 43.0 in 40.9 in 2.1 in
Headroom, Row 2 39.8 in 38.8 in 1 in
Shoulder Room, Row 2 56.5 in 58.7 in -2.2 in
Hip Room, Row 2 53.0 in 56.0 in -3 in
Legroom, Row 2 38.0 in 39.8 in -1.8 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 81 in (over 2 rows) 113.1 in (over 3 rows) -32.1 in
Cargo Volume, Minimum 34.4 ft3 17.2 ft3 17.2 ft3
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 34.4 47.5 ft3 -13.1
Cargo Volume, Maximum 74.7 ft3 100.7 ft3 -26 ft3

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What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2018 Subaru Forester

2018 Subaru Forester Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
2017 4dr SUV turbocharged 250hp 2.0L H4
8-speed shiftable CVT AWD		 - Terrible front seat support - The cushions are too short - It's not noticeable on a test drive right away. I would not have bought the car! Test drive extensively! - Surfaces where your elbows would lay are too hard - I purchased foam pads to make it feel better. - Tall drivers like myself will struggle with the telescoping wheel's short extension range. - It is hard to get into a fully comfortable driving position. The memory seats in the XT help somewhat by retaining your seat settings if moved. - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this twice - Front seat cushions are too short - Yes I said this THREE times! Subaru are you listening? The front seat cushions are WAY TOO SHORT! see full Subaru Forester review
 

What Our Members Are Saying about the Seat Room and Comfort of the 2007 Mazda CX-9

2007 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Pros
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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 FWD		 highly adjustable, nice and firm 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
2007 4dr SUV 263-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic FWD		 We bought this vehicle to replace a 4-door sedan in order to have more room for our grandchildren. Eventually they will be old enough to sit in the thrid row seats. see full Mazda CX-9 review
2007 4dr SUV 263-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 7 seats see full Mazda CX-9 review
2007 4dr SUV 263-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Very flexible seating positions. Middle row adjusts so you can tailor leg room for the rear most passengers or provide second row with max space if desired. see full Mazda CX-9 review
2007 4dr SUV 263-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 Third row seats fairly easy to get into and are comfortable, second row slides for and aft and tilts a bit. Third row easy to pull up and let down. see full Mazda CX-9 review
2007 Mazda CX-9 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons
YearBody/PowertrainComment
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
2007 4dr SUV 263-horsepower 3.5L V6
6-speed shiftable automatic AWD		 3rd row leg room is tight see full Mazda CX-9 review
 
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