Model Year | 2010 | 2009 | |
Model | Volkswagen Routan | Mazda CX-7 | |
Engine | 4.0L V6 OHC-4v 251 hp@6000 259 lb-ft@4200 |
turbocharged 2.3L I4 DOHC-4v 244 hp@5000 258 lb-ft@2500 |
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Transmission | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic | |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD | |
Body | 4dr Minivan, ext. | 4dr SUV | |
Difference | |||
Wheelbase | 121.2 in | 108.3 in | 12.9 in |
Length | 202.5 in | 184.0 in | 18.5 in |
Width | 76.9 in | 73.7 in | 3.2 in |
Height | 68.9 in | 64.8 in | 4.1 in |
Curb Weight | 4621 lb. | 3710 lb. | 911 lb. |
Fuel Capacity | 20.5 gal. | 18.2 gal. | 2.3 gal. |
Headroom, Row 1 | 39.8 in | 39.7 in | 0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 1 | 63.0 in | 58.0 in | 5 in |
Hip Room, Row 1 | 0.0 in | 54.8 in | -54.8 in |
Legroom, Row 1 | 40.6 in | 41.7 in | -1.1 in |
Headroom, Row 2 | 39.2 in | 39.3 in | -0.1 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 2 | 64.7 in | 55.8 in | 8.9 in |
Hip Room, Row 2 | 0.0 in | 53.0 in | -53 in |
Legroom, Row 2 | 36.3 in | 36.4 in | -0.1 in |
Headroom, Row 3 | 37.9 in | 0.0 in | 37.9 in |
Shoulder Room, Row 3 | 62.0 in | 0.0 in | 62 in |
Legroom, Row 3 | 31.8 in | 0.0 in | 31.8 in |
Total Legroom | 108.7 in (over 3 rows) | 78.1 in (over 2 rows) | 30.6 in |
Cargo Volume, Minimum | 32.3 ft3 | 29.9 ft3 | 2.4 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Behind R2 | 83.0 ft3 | 29.9 | 53.1 ft3 |
Cargo Volume, Maximum | 141.0 ft3 | 58.6 ft3 | 82.4 ft3 |
2010 Volkswagen Routan Seat Room and Comfort: Pros | ||
Year | Body/Powertrain | Comment |
2009 | 4dr Minivan, ext. 251-horsepower 4.0L V6 6-speed shiftable automatic FWD |
we have the higher line SEL with Nappa leather seats, just the right amount of padding and thigh support for long trips see full Volkswagen Routan 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 |