2005 Chrysler Town & Country vs. 2009 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler Town & Country would be higher. At 3,785 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Town & Country is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. (215 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Town & Country weights approximately 612 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-9.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2009 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country. (320 Nm). This means 2009 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Town & Country.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Chrysler Town & Country | 2009 Mazda CX-9 | |
Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
Model | Town & Country | CX-9 |
Year Released | 2005 | 2009 |
Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3785 cc | 3726 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 366 Nm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 9.7:1 |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1941 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3040 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 14.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 13.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |