2007 Honda Pilot vs. 2011 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2011 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Pilot. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Pilot 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 29 more horse power than 2007 Honda Pilot. (244 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Pilot. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Pilot weights approximately 46 kg more than 2011 Mazda CX-9.
Because 2007 Honda Pilot is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda CX-9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Honda Pilot 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, 2011 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Pilot. (325 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Pilot | 2011 Mazda CX-9 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Pilot | CX-9 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3471 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2010 kg | 1964 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1820 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2875 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 76 L |