2009 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2008 Mini Cooper
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mini Cooper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mini Cooper would be higher. At 3,725 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 94 kg more than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Because 2009 Mazda CX-9 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mini Cooper. 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 146 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mini Cooper. (220 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mini Cooper.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda CX-9 | 2008 Mini Cooper | |
| Make | Mazda | Mini |
| Model | CX-9 | Cooper |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3725 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1420 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2470 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
