2005 Ford Freestar 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 Ford Freestar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Ford Freestar would be higher. At 3,802 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford Freestar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-9 (271 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2005 Ford Freestar. (190 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Ford Freestar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Freestar weights approximately 611 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Mazda CX-9 (370 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Ford Freestar. (336 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Ford Freestar.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Freestar | 2008 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Freestar | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3802 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 271 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1940 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3070 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 76 L |
