1995 Honda Legend vs. 2009 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Legend would be higher. At 3,724 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1995 Honda Legend. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Legend weights approximately 359 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-9.
Because 2009 Mazda CX-9 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Honda Legend. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Legend. (293 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Legend.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Honda Legend | 2009 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Legend | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3205 cc | 3724 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 201 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 293 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1191 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1730 mm |
