2007 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2012 GMC Savana
To start off, 2012 GMC Savana is newer by 5 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), 2012 GMC Savana is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Savana (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2007 Mazda CX-9. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Savana 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 2012 GMC Savana. 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, 2012 GMC Savana (452 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda CX-9. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Savana 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 | 2012 GMC Savana | |
| Make | Mazda | GMC |
| Model | CX-9 | Savana |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Van |
| 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 | 452 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5692 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 2126 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3429 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 18.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 117 L |
