2009 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2009 Toyota Prius
To start off, both 2009 Mazda CX-9 and 2009 Toyota Prius were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,726 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 198 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Prius. (75 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Prius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Toyota Prius weights approximately 1 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-9.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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 284 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Prius. (82 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Prius.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda CX-9 | 2009 Toyota Prius | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | CX-9 | Prius |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3726 cc | 1496 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 273 HP | 75 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 82 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 13.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2710 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 4.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 5.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 45 L |