2007 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2007 Proton Gen

To start off, both 2007 Mazda CX-9 and 2007 Proton Gen were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 155 more horse power than 2007 Proton Gen. (109 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2007 Proton Gen.

Because 2007 Mazda CX-9 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Proton Gen. 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 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Proton Gen. (148 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Proton Gen. 2007 Mazda CX-9 has automatic transmission and 2007 Proton Gen has manual transmission. 2007 Proton Gen 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 2007 Proton Gen
Make Mazda Proton
Model CX-9 Gen
Year Released 2007 2007
Engine Size 3496 cc 1597 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 264 HP 109 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 338 Nm 148 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 4000 RPM
Drive Type 4WD Front
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Length 5080 mm 4320 mm
Vehicle Width 1940 mm 1730 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1440 mm
Wheelbase Size 2880 mm 2610 mm
Fuel Consumption Overall 13.1 L/100km 5.8 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 50 L


 

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