2000 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2007 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2007 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,968 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 2007 Mazda CX-9. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda CX-9.
Because 2000 Chevrolet Corvette is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2000 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2000 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda CX-9. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2000 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Chevrolet Corvette | 2007 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5968 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 14 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
