2009 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2006 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 3,727 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-9 (268 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Celica. (189 HP @ 7800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Celica.
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 (269 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Toyota Celica. (180 Nm @ 6800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Toyota Celica. 2009 Mazda CX-9 has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Celica has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Celica 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 | 2006 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | CX-9 | Celica |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3727 cc | 1796 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 189 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7800 RPM |
| Torque | 269 Nm | 180 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
