2008 Chevrolet Silverado vs. 2008 Mazda CX-9
To start off, both 2008 Chevrolet Silverado and 2008 Mazda CX-9 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 5,999 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado (353 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 2008 Mazda CX-9. (273 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda CX-9.
Because 2008 Chevrolet Silverado is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda CX-9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Chevrolet Silverado 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 Chevrolet Silverado (506 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda CX-9. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Chevrolet Silverado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Chevrolet Silverado | 2008 Mazda CX-9 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Silverado | CX-9 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5999 cc | 3496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 353 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 506 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 3 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5710 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2880 mm |