2007 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2013 Porsche Boxter
To start off, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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. In terms of performance, 2013 Porsche Boxter (311 HP @ 6700 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2007 Mazda CX-9. (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Porsche Boxter should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda CX-9.
Because 2013 Porsche Boxter 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, 2013 Porsche Boxter 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 Porsche Boxter (361 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda CX-9. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Porsche Boxter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda CX-9. 2007 Mazda CX-9 has automatic transmission and 2013 Porsche Boxter has manual transmission. 2013 Porsche Boxter 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 | 2013 Porsche Boxter | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | CX-9 | Boxter |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Roadster |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6700 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4374 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1979 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1281 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2475 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 12.2 L/100km |
