2008 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2013 Toyota Sequoia
To start off, 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Toyota Sequoia is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (376 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 2008 Mazda CX-9. (270 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Sequoia should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda CX-9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Toyota Sequoia weights approximately 1523 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2013 Toyota Sequoia (544 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda CX-9. (370 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Toyota Sequoia 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 | 2013 Toyota Sequoia | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | CX-9 | Sequoia |
Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3726 cc | 5700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 270 HP | 376 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 370 Nm | 544 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 2714 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2030 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1955 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3100 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 11.2 L/100km | 11.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 17.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |