2008 Chrysler 300 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 Chrysler 300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Chrysler 300 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 22 more horse power than 2008 Chrysler 300. (246 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2008 Chrysler 300.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Chrysler 300 (340 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda CX-9. (269 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Chrysler 300 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Chrysler 300 | 2009 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | 300 | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3518 cc | 3727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 246 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 269 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3060 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 76 L |
