2007 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2007 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (250 HP) has 4 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser. (246 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Because 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda CX-9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser 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, 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser (380 Nm) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda CX-9. (325 Nm). This means 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda CX-9 | 2003 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | CX-9 | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 3993 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 246 HP |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1880 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2800 mm |
