Ford Explorer vs Mazda CX-9 Dimensions & Size Comparison
Comparing 2017 catalog dimensions. Ford Explorer · Mazda CX-9
- Length198.3 in
- Height70.0 in
- Wheelbase112.8 in
- Ground clearance7.8 in – 8.3 in
- Curb weight4,443 lb – 4,901 lb
- Width78.9 in
Which is bigger?
- Length: Ford Explorer is 1.1 in shorter (198.3 in vs 199.4 in)
- Wheelbase: Mazda CX-9 has a 2.5 in longer wheelbase (112.8 in vs 115.3 in)
- Ground clearance: Mazda CX-9 has 0.8 in more ground clearance (8.1 in vs 8.8 in)
- Curb weight: Ford Explorer is 437 lb heavier (4,672 lb vs 4,236 lb)
Biggest size differences
- Curb weight: Ford Explorer is 437 lb heavier (4,672 lb vs 4,236 lb)
- Ground clearance: Mazda CX-9 has 0.8 in more ground clearance (8.1 in vs 8.8 in)
- Wheelbase: Mazda CX-9 has a 2.5 in longer wheelbase (112.8 in vs 115.3 in)
- Length: Ford Explorer is 1.1 in shorter (198.3 in vs 199.4 in)
Practical verdicts
- Easier to fit in a short garageFord Explorer — Ford Explorer is shorter by 1.1 in
- More ground clearanceMazda CX-9 — Mazda CX-9 has 0.8 in more clearance
Dimension comparison
| Spec | Ford Explorer | Mazda CX-9 | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 198.3 in | 199.4 in | 1.1 in |
| Width | 78.9 in | — | — |
| Height | 70.0 in | — | — |
| Wheelbase | 112.8 in | 115.3 in | 2.5 in |
| Ground clearance | 8.1 in | 8.8 in | 0.8 in |
| Curb weight | 4,672 lb | 4,236 lb | 437 lb |
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