2009 Chevrolet Express vs. 2010 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2010 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Express. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Express would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Express (301 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2010 Mazda CX-9. (273 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda CX-9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 705 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Express.
Because 2009 Chevrolet Express is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda CX-9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Express 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 Chevrolet Express (441 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda CX-9. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Chevrolet Express | 2010 Mazda CX-9 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Express | CX-9 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | Van | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5300 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 301 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 441 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 8 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1261 kg | 1966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2875 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 14.7 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 76 L |