2007 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, 2007 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz A 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 156 more horse power than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. (108 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A.
Because 2007 Mazda CX-9 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. 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 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A. (251 Nm @ 1600 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz A.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda CX-9 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz A | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CX-9 | A |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2570 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
