2008 Audi A5 vs. 2009 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Audi A5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Audi A5 would be higher. At 3,727 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-9 (268 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2008 Audi A5. (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2008 Audi A5.
Because 2008 Audi A5 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda CX-9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Audi A5 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, 2008 Audi A5 (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda CX-9. (269 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Audi A5 | 2009 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A5 | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3201 cc | 3727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 269 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 76 L |
