2007 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2008 Porsche 911
To start off, 2008 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda CX-9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda CX-9 would be higher. At 3,596 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche 911 (350 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 2007 Mazda CX-9. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda CX-9.
Because 2007 Mazda CX-9 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Porsche 911. 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, 2008 Porsche 911 (370 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda CX-9. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda CX-9. 2007 Mazda CX-9 has automatic transmission and 2008 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2008 Porsche 911 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 | 2008 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | CX-9 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 350 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1310 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 11 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |
