2009 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2005 Toyota Aygo
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 Toyota Aygo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Toyota Aygo would be higher. At 3,724 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP) has 220 more horse power than 2005 Toyota Aygo. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2005 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 301 kg more than 2005 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda CX-9 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Toyota Aygo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 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 234 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Toyota Aygo. (132 Nm @ 1750 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Toyota Aygo. 2009 Mazda CX-9 has automatic transmission and 2005 Toyota Aygo has manual transmission. 2005 Toyota Aygo 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 | 2005 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | CX-9 | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3724 cc | 1398 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 3.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 5.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 35 L |
