2007 Hyundai Accent vs. 2007 Mazda CX-9
To start off, both 2007 Hyundai Accent 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 @ 6250 RPM) has 154 more horse power than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2007 Hyundai Accent.
Because 2007 Mazda CX-9 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Hyundai Accent. 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 193 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Hyundai Accent. (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Hyundai Accent. 2007 Mazda CX-9 has automatic transmission and 2007 Hyundai Accent has manual transmission. 2007 Hyundai Accent will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mazda CX-9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Hyundai Accent | 2007 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Accent | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 338 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption City | 7.4 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |
