2009 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2002 Porsche Cayenne
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Porsche Cayenne 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 36 more horse power than 2002 Porsche Cayenne. (237 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2002 Porsche Cayenne. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 831 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-9.
Because 2002 Porsche Cayenne is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda CX-9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Porsche Cayenne 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 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Porsche Cayenne. (310 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Porsche Cayenne.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda CX-9 | 2002 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | CX-9 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3726 cc | 3177 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 92 L |
