2005 Volkswagen Golf vs. 2011 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2011 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Volkswagen Golf. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Volkswagen Golf would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (115 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 707 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2011 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Volkswagen Golf. (165 Nm). This means 2011 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Volkswagen Golf | 2011 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Volkswagen | Mazda |
| Model | Golf | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1982 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1257 kg | 1964 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.6 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
