2002 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2013 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,970 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (395 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 2013 Mazda CX-9. (269 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda CX-9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 740 kg more than 2002 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2002 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 2002 Chevrolet Corvette. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2002 Chevrolet Corvette (543 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda CX-9. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Chevrolet Corvette | 2013 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Corvette | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5970 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 395 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 543 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1187 kg | 1927 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 5108 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1250 mm | 1728 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 57 L | 76 L |
