2009 Mazda CX-9 vs. 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser would be higher. At 3,725 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. (123 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 671 kg more than 2009 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 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser. (295 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda CX-9 | 1994 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | CX-9 | Land Cruiser |
Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3725 cc | 2982 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 273 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 295 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 21.2:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 2000 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1800 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2320 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 90 L |