2007 Audi A8 vs. 2007 Mazda CX-9
To start off, both 2007 Audi A8 and 2007 Mazda CX-9 were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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) has 7 more horse power than 2007 Audi A8. (256 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2007 Audi A8.
Because 2007 Mazda CX-9 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Audi A8. 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 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Audi A8. (330 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Audi A8.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Audi A8 | 2007 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A8 | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 5 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 263 HP |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 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 | 5060 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 76 L |
