2008 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2005 Toyota Previa
To start off, 2008 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Toyota Previa. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Previa would be higher. At 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-9 (271 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Previa. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Previa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Previa weights approximately 311 kg more than 2008 Mazda CX-9.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Mazda CX-9 (370 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Previa. (225 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Previa.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda CX-9 | 2005 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | CX-9 | Previa |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3726 cc | 2362 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 370 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1640 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2910 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.9 L/100km | 9.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 75 L |
