2008 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2008 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 4,477 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-9 (270 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. (221 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 819 kg more than 2008 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, 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser (387 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda CX-9. (370 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda CX-9. 2008 Mazda CX-9 has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mazda CX-9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Mazda CX-9 | 2007 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | CX-9 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3726 cc | 4477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 221 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 387 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 2010 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1980 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3190 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 16.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 90 L |