Mazda CX-9 vs Ford Explorer Dimensions & Size Comparison
Comparing 2008 catalog dimensions. Mazda CX-9 · Ford Explorer
- Length199.8 in
- Height68.0 in
- Wheelbase113.2 in
- Ground clearance8.0 in
- Curb weight4,312 lb – 4,528 lb
- Width76.2 in
- Ford Explorer width73.7 in
Which is bigger?
- Length: Ford Explorer is 6.4 in shorter (199.8 in vs 193.4 in)
- Width: Ford Explorer is 2.5 in narrower (76.2 in vs 73.7 in)
- Height: Ford Explorer is 4.8 in taller (68.0 in vs 72.8 in)
- Wheelbase: Ford Explorer has a 0.5 in longer wheelbase (113.2 in vs 113.7 in)
- Curb weight: Ford Explorer is 166 lb heavier (4,420 lb vs 4,586 lb)
Biggest size differences
- Height: Ford Explorer is 4.8 in taller (68.0 in vs 72.8 in)
- Curb weight: Ford Explorer is 166 lb heavier (4,420 lb vs 4,586 lb)
- Width: Ford Explorer is 2.5 in narrower (76.2 in vs 73.7 in)
- Length: Ford Explorer is 6.4 in shorter (199.8 in vs 193.4 in)
- Wheelbase: Ford Explorer has a 0.5 in longer wheelbase (113.2 in vs 113.7 in)
Practical verdicts
- Easier to fit in a short garageFord Explorer — Ford Explorer is shorter by 6.4 in Check garage fit for Mazda CX-9 · garage fit for Ford Explorer
- Narrower for tight parkingFord Explorer — Ford Explorer is narrower by 2.5 in
- Smaller exterior footprintFord Explorer — Based on length × width (Ford Explorer)
Dimension comparison
| Spec | Mazda CX-9 | Ford Explorer | Difference |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 199.8 in | 193.4 in | 6.4 in |
| Width | 76.2 in | 73.7 in | 2.5 in |
| Height | 68.0 in | 72.8 in | 4.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 113.2 in | 113.7 in | 0.5 in |
| Ground clearance | 8.0 in | — | — |
| Curb weight | 4,420 lb | 4,586 lb | 166 lb |
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