2007 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 4 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Mazda CX-9. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda CX-9.
Because 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda CX-9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche 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, 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda CX-9. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 | 2011 Chevrolet Avalanche | |
| Make | Mazda | Chevrolet |
| Model | CX-9 | Avalanche |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 310 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5630 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1950 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3310 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 16.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 117 L |
