2008 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2013 Honda Pilot
To start off, 2013 Honda Pilot is newer by 5 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 3,496 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 26 more horse power than 2013 Honda Pilot. (247 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2013 Honda Pilot.
Because 2013 Honda Pilot is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda CX-9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Honda Pilot 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 (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Honda Pilot. (343 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Honda Pilot.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda CX-9 | 2013 Honda Pilot | |
Make | Mazda | Honda |
Model | CX-9 | Pilot |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3496 cc | 3471 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 273 HP | 247 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 5-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4861 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1995 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1846 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2775 mm |