1998 Honda Today vs. 2007 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2007 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Honda Today would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (264 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1998 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1998 Honda Today.
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, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 281 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Honda Today. 2007 Mazda CX-9 has automatic transmission and 1998 Honda Today has manual transmission. 1998 Honda Today will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mazda CX-9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Honda Today | 2007 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Today | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 655 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 47 HP | 264 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 57 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3300 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1940 mm |
