2008 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS
To start off, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS is newer by 4 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 3,726 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 6 more horse power than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. (264 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS weights approximately 635 kg more than 2008 Mazda CX-9.
Because 2008 Mazda CX-9 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS. 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, 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS (620 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda CX-9. (370 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS 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 | 2012 Mercedes-Benz CLS | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | CX-9 | CLS |
Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3726 cc | 2987 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 264 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 620 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 7-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1815 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1882 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1417 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2875 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |