2009 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2007 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Impreza. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Impreza 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 115 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (158 HP @ 6400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Impreza. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 29 kg more than 2007 Subaru Impreza. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Impreza 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, 2007 Subaru Impreza 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 180 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Impreza. (186 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Impreza.
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2009 Mazda CX-9 | 2007 Subaru Impreza | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | CX-9 | Impreza |
Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3726 cc | 1992 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 273 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 186 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 11.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1300 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2530 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |