2009 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Routan
To start off, both 2009 Mazda CX-9 and 2009 Volkswagen Routan were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Volkswagen Routan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. (194 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Routan weights approximately 67 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-9.
Because 2009 Mazda CX-9 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 will offer significantly more control. 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 136 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Volkswagen Routan. (230 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Volkswagen Routan.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda CX-9 | 2009 Volkswagen Routan | |
Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
Model | CX-9 | Routan |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3724 cc | 3798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 273 HP | 194 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1247 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5150 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1960 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1760 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3080 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 78 L |