2009 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2004 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Nissan Frontier. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Nissan Frontier 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 63 more horse power than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (210 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2004 Nissan Frontier. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 502 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-9.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Nissan Frontier. (334 Nm). This means 2009 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Nissan Frontier.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda CX-9 | 2004 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | CX-9 | Frontier |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3726 cc | 3278 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 8.9:1 |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1831 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 73 L |
