2009 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2009 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, both 2009 Mazda CX-9 and 2009 Mercedes-Benz C were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 148 more horse power than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. (120 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mercedes-Benz C.
Because 2009 Mercedes-Benz C is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2009 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Mercedes-Benz C (270 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda CX-9. (269 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Mercedes-Benz C will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda CX-9 | 2009 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | CX-9 | C |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3727 cc | 2148 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 269 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4550 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2720 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 62 L |