2005 Chevrolet Colorado vs. 2008 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2008 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chevrolet Colorado would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 98 more horse power than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado. (251 Nm). This means 2008 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chevrolet Colorado.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Colorado | 2008 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Colorado | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2770 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.3:1 |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2880 mm |
