2009 Audi A4 vs. 2009 Mazda CX-9
To start off, both 2009 Audi A4 and 2009 Mazda CX-9 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,727 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-9 (268 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2009 Audi A4. (252 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A4.
Because 2009 Audi A4 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda CX-9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A4 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, 2009 Audi A4 (331 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 62 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda CX-9. (269 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A4 | 2009 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A4 | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3123 cc | 3727 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 331 Nm | 269 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 76 L |
