2007 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2005 Nissan Sentra
To start off, 2007 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Sentra 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 (264 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 2005 Nissan Sentra. (175 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Nissan Sentra.
Because 2007 Mazda CX-9 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan Sentra. 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) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Nissan Sentra. (237 Nm). This means 2007 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda CX-9 | 2005 Nissan Sentra | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | CX-9 | Sentra |
Year Released | 2007 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2505 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 264 HP | 175 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 237 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1720 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2660 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |