2009 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Jeep Commander would be higher. At 5,654 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (358 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2010 Mazda CX-9. (273 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander 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 573 kg more than 2009 Jeep Commander.
Because 2009 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander (527 Nm @ 4350 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda CX-9. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Commander | 2010 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Commander | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | 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 | 358 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 527 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4350 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1966 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 5075 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 12.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 18.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 76 L |
