2009 Mazda 5 vs. 2009 SSC Aero

To start off, both 2009 Mazda 5 and 2009 SSC Aero were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 SSC Aero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SSC Aero (1,062 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 918 more horse power than 2009 Mazda 5. (144 HP @ 6500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SSC Aero should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda 5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda 5 weights approximately 123 kg more than 2009 SSC Aero.

Because 2009 SSC Aero is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 SSC Aero. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda 5, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 SSC Aero (1,357 Nm @ 5800 RPM) has 1172 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda 5. (185 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 SSC Aero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda 5.

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