2008 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2010 Jaguar XK
To start off, 2010 Jaguar XK is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda CX-9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda CX-9 would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Jaguar XK is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Jaguar XK (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2008 Mazda CX-9. (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Jaguar XK should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda CX-9.
Because 2010 Jaguar XK is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Jaguar XK. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-9, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2010 Jaguar XK (515 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda CX-9. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Jaguar XK will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda CX-9 | 2010 Jaguar XK | |
| Make | Mazda | Jaguar |
| Model | CX-9 | XK |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4793 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1892 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1328 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2751 mm |
