1997 Ford F-250 vs. 2011 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2011 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford F-250. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford F-250 would be higher. At 6,800 cc (8 cylinders), 1997 Ford F-250 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford F-250 (306 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 2011 Mazda CX-9. (273 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda CX-9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Ford F-250 weights approximately 416 kg more than 2011 Mazda CX-9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Ford F-250 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda CX-9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 Ford F-250 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, 1997 Ford F-250 (575 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 209 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda CX-9. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 1997 Ford F-250 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford F-250 | 2011 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | F-250 | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6800 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 306 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 575 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2380 kg | 1964 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2875 mm |
