2007 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2001 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2007 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Toyota Previa would be higher. 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 103 more horse power than 2001 Toyota Previa. (160 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2001 Toyota Previa.
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, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 117 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Toyota Previa. (222 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda CX-9 | 2001 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | CX-9 | Previa |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2001 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 222 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2900 mm |
