2007 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2009 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Korando is newer by 2 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 3,496 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 122 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Korando.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Korando. 2007 Mazda CX-9 has automatic transmission and 2009 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2009 SsangYong Korando 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 | 2009 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
| Model | CX-9 | Korando |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
