2009 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2006 Toyota Tundra
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 Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-9 (268 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2006 Toyota Tundra. (236 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2006 Toyota Tundra.
Because 2006 Toyota Tundra 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, 2006 Toyota Tundra 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, 2006 Toyota Tundra (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda CX-9. (269 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda CX-9. 2009 Mazda CX-9 has automatic transmission and 2006 Toyota Tundra has manual transmission. 2006 Toyota Tundra 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 Tundra | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | CX-9 | Tundra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3727 cc | 4000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 269 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 5550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3270 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 100 L |
