2009 Lexus GS vs. 2009 Mazda CX-9
To start off, both 2009 Lexus GS 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 3,725 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus GS (303 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 2009 Mazda CX-9. (273 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus GS should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda CX-9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus GS weights approximately 436 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda CX-9 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Lexus GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 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 Lexus GS (372 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda CX-9. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lexus GS | 2009 Mazda CX-9 | |
Make | Lexus | Mazda |
Model | GS | CX-9 |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3456 cc | 3725 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 303 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 372 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 11.8:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1329 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 5080 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1730 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2880 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 10.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 76 L |