2009 Acura MDX vs. 2008 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2009 Acura MDX is newer by 1 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 3,725 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Acura MDX (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2008 Mazda CX-9. (270 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Acura MDX should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda CX-9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Acura MDX weights approximately 455 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, 2009 Acura MDX (374 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda CX-9. (370 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Acura MDX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Acura MDX | 2008 Mazda CX-9 | |
Make | Acura | Mazda |
Model | MDX | CX-9 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3664 cc | 3725 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 374 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1784 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 79 L | 76 L |