Model Year | 2008 | 2009 | |
Model | Toyota FJ Cruiser | Mazda CX-7 | |
Engine | 4.0L V6 DOHC-4v 239 hp@5200 278 lb-ft@3700 |
turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 244 hp@5000 258 lb-ft@2500 |
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Transmission | 5-speed automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | RWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 105.9 in | 108.3 in | -2.4 in |
Length | 183.9 in | 184.0 in | -0.1 in |
Width | 74.6 in | 73.7 in | 0.9 in |
Height | 70.9 in | 64.8 in | 6.1 in |
Curb Weight | 4050 lb. | 3929 lb. | 121 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.0 gal. | 18.2 gal. | 0.8 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 41.3 in | 39.7 in | 1.6 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 58.4 in | 58.0 in | 0.4 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.4 in | 54.8 in | 0.6 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 41.9 in | 41.7 in | 0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 40.3 in | 39.3 in | 1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 53.9 in | 55.8 in | -1.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 51.0 in | 53.0 in | -2 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 31.3 in | 36.4 in | -5.1 in |
Total Legroom | 73.2 in (over 2 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | -4.9 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 27.9 ft3 | 29.9 ft3 | -2 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 66.8 ft3 | 58.6 ft3 | 8.2 ft3 |
2008 Toyota FJ Cruiser Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 239-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Adults do not fit well in the back seat comfortably, and the rear access doors, while a cool design, lack functionality(no handle to release the door except on the inside) see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 239-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Too stiff and too upright with no adjustments see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 239-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
Difficulty entering/exiting rear passenger area see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 239-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
It is uncomfortable, small, and awkardly designed. see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 239-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Back seat is not built to have adults riding there. May be ok for children but is difficult to put a child seat in the rear as well. see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 239-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed manual AWD w/low range |
Cramped rear seating - putting 3 people back there would be really pushing it. The only bonus is that the rear seats fold down flat (I love that). see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 239-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic 4WD, part-time w/low range |
Rear suicide doors are cool - unless you have to use them. Easier than no door, but hard to access for adults or kid seats. Really a 2 person back seat, 3 is not good. Rear seat visibility is poor, front view blocked and side posts take out side view. see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review |
2007 | 4dr SUV 239-horsepower 4.0L V6 5-speed automatic RWD |
too small see full Toyota FJ Cruiser review |
2009 Mazda CX-7 Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV turbocharged 244hp 2.3L I4 6-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
seats in rear are tight, they do not slide or recline where as Honda CRV rear seats are much more flexible for kids and families. My crv is 2007 and the rear seats recline and the entire bench can slide front and back to create instant leg room see full Mazda CX-7 review |