2008 Dodge Durango vs. 2013 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2013 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Dodge Durango (303 HP @ 5650 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2013 Mazda CX-9. (269 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Dodge Durango should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda CX-9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 236 kg more than 2008 Dodge Durango.
Because 2008 Dodge Durango is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2008 Dodge Durango. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-9, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Dodge Durango (447 Nm @ 3950 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda CX-9. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Dodge Durango | 2013 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Durango | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 303 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5650 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3950 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1691 kg | 1927 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5110 mm | 5108 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1936 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1890 mm | 1728 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 12.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 102 L | 76 L |
