2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2007 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is newer by 1 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 4,800 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (295 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 Mazda CX-9. (264 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda CX-9.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Chevrolet Silverado (414 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda CX-9. (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2007 Mazda CX-9 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Silverado | CX-9 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4800 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 295 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 414 Nm | 338 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5850 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3650 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 98 L | 76 L |