2009 Dodge Charger vs. 2011 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2011 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Dodge Charger. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Dodge Charger would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Dodge Charger (368 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 2011 Mazda CX-9. (273 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda CX-9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 4 kg more than 2009 Dodge Charger.
Because 2009 Dodge Charger is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda CX-9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Dodge Charger 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 Dodge Charger (536 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda CX-9. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Dodge Charger | 2011 Mazda CX-9 | |
Make | Dodge | Mazda |
Model | Charger | CX-9 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5654 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 368 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 536 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1960 kg | 1964 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2875 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 72 L | 76 L |