2009 Chevrolet Aveo vs. 2009 Mazda CX-9
To start off, both 2009 Chevrolet Aveo 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 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (107 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo weights approximately 220 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-9.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 224 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. (142 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Chevrolet Aveo. 2009 Mazda CX-9 has automatic transmission and 2009 Chevrolet Aveo has manual transmission. 2009 Chevrolet Aveo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mazda CX-9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Aveo | 2009 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Aveo | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3726 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 107 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 142 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1549 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 5080 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1940 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2880 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 6.9 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 8.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 7.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 76 L |
