2008 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2008 Toyota iQ
To start off, both 2008 Mazda CX-9 and 2008 Toyota iQ were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 206 more horse power than 2008 Toyota iQ. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota iQ.
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 (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 268 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota iQ. (98 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda CX-9 | 2008 Toyota iQ | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | CX-9 | iQ |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 273 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 98 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 2985 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2000 mm |