2009 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2009 Nissan 370Z
To start off, both 2009 Mazda CX-9 and 2009 Nissan 370Z 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 Nissan 370Z (332 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2009 Mazda CX-9. (268 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan 370Z should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda CX-9.
Because 2009 Nissan 370Z 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 Nissan 370Z. 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 Nissan 370Z (366 Nm @ 5200 RPM) has 97 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda CX-9. (269 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan 370Z will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda CX-9. 2009 Mazda CX-9 has automatic transmission and 2009 Nissan 370Z has manual transmission. 2009 Nissan 370Z will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mazda CX-9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Mazda CX-9 | 2009 Nissan 370Z | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | CX-9 | 370Z |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3727 cc | 3699 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 332 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
Torque | 269 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4250 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2560 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |