2009 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2010 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Porsche 911 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mazda CX-9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda CX-9 would be higher. At 3,800 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Porsche 911 (385 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 112 more horse power than 2009 Mazda CX-9. (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda CX-9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Porsche 911 weights approximately 349 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Porsche 911 (420 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda CX-9. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 Porsche 911 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 2010 Porsche 911 has manual transmission. 2010 Porsche 911 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda CX-9 | 2010 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | CX-9 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 3724 cc | 3800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 385 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4465 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1808 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2350 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 67 L |
