2001 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2007 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2007 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. (235 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2001 Ford Crown Victoria.
Because 2007 Mazda CX-9 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria (367 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda CX-9. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Crown Victoria | 2007 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Crown Victoria | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |
