1990 Cadillac Aurora vs. 2007 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2007 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Cadillac Aurora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Cadillac Aurora would be higher. At 4,465 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Cadillac Aurora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (264 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1990 Cadillac Aurora. (200 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1990 Cadillac Aurora.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1990 Cadillac Aurora (366 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda CX-9. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1990 Cadillac Aurora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Cadillac Aurora | 2007 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mazda |
| Model | Aurora | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4465 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2880 mm |
