2009 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2009 Toyota Hilux
To start off, both 2009 Mazda CX-9 and 2009 Toyota Hilux 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 134 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Hilux. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Hilux.
Because 2009 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux. 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 Mazda CX-9 (269 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Hilux. (182 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Hilux. 2009 Mazda CX-9 has automatic transmission and 2009 Toyota Hilux has manual transmission. 2009 Toyota Hilux 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 Toyota Hilux | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | CX-9 | Hilux |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3727 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 268 HP | 134 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 269 Nm | 182 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4000 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 | 5260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1690 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 3090 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |