2008 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2008 Porsche Boxster
To start off, both 2008 Mazda CX-9 and 2008 Porsche Boxster were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. In terms of performance, 2008 Porsche Boxster (291 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Mazda CX-9. (270 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda CX-9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Porsche Boxster weights approximately 164 kg more than 2008 Mazda CX-9. 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 Porsche Boxster. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Porsche Boxster. (340 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Porsche Boxster.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda CX-9 | 2008 Porsche Boxster | |
Make | Mazda | Porsche |
Model | CX-9 | Boxster |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Middle |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2420 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |