2007 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 6 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 2013 Ford Escape. (237 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2013 Ford Escape.
Because 2013 Ford Escape 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, 2013 Ford Escape 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, 2013 Ford Escape (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda CX-9. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape 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 | 2013 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | CX-9 | Escape |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4524 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2690 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 57 L |
