2009 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2007 Toyota Camry
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 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Camry 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 121 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Camry. (147 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Camry.
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 82 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Camry. (187 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda CX-9 | 2007 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | CX-9 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3727 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 147 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 269 Nm | 187 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2780 mm |
