2007 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is newer by 3 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 26 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton.
Because 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda CX-9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton 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, 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 162 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda CX-9. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda CX-9 | 2010 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | CX-9 | Phaeton |
Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Horse Power | 263 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 338 Nm | 500 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5059 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1903 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1901 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2881 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 8.5 L/100km |