2009 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2008 SsangYong Rexton
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 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 SsangYong Rexton would be higher. At 3,724 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 155 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 671 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-9.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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 (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Rexton. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda CX-9 | 2008 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
| Model | CX-9 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3724 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
