2000 Ford Equator vs. 2009 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Ford Equator. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Ford Equator would be higher. At 3,726 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 145 more horse power than 2000 Ford Equator. (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2000 Ford Equator. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 121 kg more than 2000 Ford Equator. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Ford Equator. (160 Nm). This means 2009 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Ford Equator.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Equator | 2009 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Equator | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1787 cc | 3726 cc |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 160 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1329 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 3260 mm | 2880 mm |
