2008 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2008 Mercedes-Benz A
To start off, both 2008 Mazda CX-9 and 2008 Mercedes-Benz A were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,725 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-9 (270 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 156 more horse power than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A. (114 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 89 kg more than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 Mazda CX-9 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-9 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 Mazda CX-9 (370 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A. (155 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mercedes-Benz A. 2008 Mazda CX-9 has automatic transmission and 2008 Mercedes-Benz A has manual transmission. 2008 Mercedes-Benz A 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 | 2008 Mercedes-Benz A | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | CX-9 | A |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3725 cc | 1699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 114 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 155 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1240 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4630 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1600 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2570 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 6.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |