2009 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2005 Nissan Pathfinder
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan Pathfinder. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan Pathfinder would be higher. At 3,950 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Nissan Pathfinder is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (270 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Mazda CX-9. (268 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda CX-9.
Because 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder 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, 2005 Nissan Pathfinder (395 Nm) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda CX-9. (269 Nm). This means 2005 Nissan Pathfinder will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda CX-9 | 2005 Nissan Pathfinder | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | CX-9 | Pathfinder |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3727 cc | 3950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 270 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 269 Nm | 395 Nm |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
