2007 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2004 Toyota Solara
To start off, 2007 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Toyota Solara 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 101 more horse power than 2004 Toyota Solara. (162 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2004 Toyota Solara.
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 (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Toyota Solara. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Toyota Solara. 2007 Mazda CX-9 has automatic transmission and 2004 Toyota Solara has manual transmission. 2004 Toyota Solara 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 Mazda CX-9 | 2004 Toyota Solara | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | CX-9 | Solara |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2359 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 162 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4830 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2680 mm |
