2009 Land Rover Discovery vs. 2008 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda CX-9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda CX-9 would be higher. At 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-9 (270 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2009 Land Rover Discovery. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1528 kg more than 2008 Mazda CX-9.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda CX-9. (370 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda CX-9. 2008 Mazda CX-9 has automatic transmission and 2009 Land Rover Discovery has manual transmission. 2009 Land Rover Discovery will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mazda CX-9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Land Rover Discovery | 2008 Mazda CX-9 | |
Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
Model | Discovery | CX-9 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2718 cc | 3726 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 440 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2708 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 82 L | 76 L |