2002 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2007 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2007 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Dodge Intrepid 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 (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 2002 Dodge Intrepid. (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2002 Dodge Intrepid.
Because 2007 Mazda CX-9 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Dodge Intrepid. 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, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Dodge Intrepid. (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Dodge Intrepid.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Dodge Intrepid | 2007 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Intrepid | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2736 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2880 mm |
