2009 Mazda CX-9 vs. 1997 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,726 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 168 more horse power than 1997 Toyota Carina. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 1997 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 184 kg more than 1997 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Carina. (136 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Carina. 2009 Mazda CX-9 has automatic transmission and 1997 Toyota Carina has manual transmission. 1997 Toyota Carina will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mazda CX-9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda CX-9 | 1997 Toyota Carina | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | CX-9 | Carina |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3726 cc | 1586 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 136 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1420 mm |
