Model Year | 2007 | 2013 | |
Model | Toyota Highlander | Mazda CX-9 | |
Engine | 3.3L V6 DOHC-4v 215 hp@5600 222 lb-ft@3600 |
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 | AWD | AWD | |
Body | 4dr SUV | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 106.9 in | 113.2 in | -6.3 in |
Length | 184.6 in | 200.6 in | -16 in |
Width | 71.9 in | 76.2 in | -4.3 in |
Height | 67.9 in | 68.0 in | -0.1 in |
Curb Weight | 3935 lb. | 4552 lb. | -617 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 19.1 gal. | 20.1 gal. | -1 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 40.0 in | 39.6 in | 0.4 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 57.9 in | 59.4 in | -1.5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 55.1 in | 56.5 in | -1.4 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.7 in | 40.9 in | -0.2 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.8 in | 39.0 in | 0.8 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 57.0 in | 58.7 in | -1.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 54.9 in | 56.0 in | -1.1 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.4 in | 39.8 in | -3.4 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 32.3 in | 35.4 in | -3.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 53.2 in | 56.9 in | -3.7 in |
Hip Room, Row 3 | 39.8 in | 43.7 in | -3.9 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 30.2 in | 32.4 in | -2.2 in |
Total Legroom | 107.3 in (over 3 rows) | 113.1 in (over 3 rows) | -5.8 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 10.5 ft3 | 17.2 ft3 | -6.7 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 39.7 ft3 | 48.3 ft3 | -8.6 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 80.6 ft3 | 100.7 ft3 | -20.1 ft3 |
2007 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Third row seating and 2nd row has more leg room than the Murano by about 1". see full Toyota Highlander review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
4 cup holders see full Toyota Highlander review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
Limo-like leg room and captains chairs see full Toyota Highlander review |
2008 | 4dr SUV 209-horsepower 3.3L V6 Hybrid CVT AWD |
The widest seats of all Midsize SUVs (X5, Q7, Tourag, Cayenne, etc.) see full Toyota Highlander review |
2006 | 4dr SUV 215-horsepower 3.3L V6 5-speed automatic AWD |
Ease of entry and exit and the spacious leg room. see full Toyota Highlander review |
2007 Toyota Highlander Seat Room and Comfort: Cons | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2008 | 4dr SUV 270-horsepower 3.5L V6 5-speed shiftable automatic AWD |
3rd row seat is full bench seat and individual side can not be raised or lowered independently. Access and available room much less than MDX. see full Toyota Highlander review |
None of our members have yet commented on the seat room and comfort of the 2013 Mazda CX-9.