2009 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2010 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2010 Subaru Forester 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 3,725 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 103 more horse power than 2010 Subaru Forester. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2010 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Subaru Forester weights approximately 195 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-9.
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 2010 Subaru Forester. (230 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda CX-9 | 2010 Subaru Forester | |
Make | Mazda | Subaru |
Model | CX-9 | Forester |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3725 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | boxer |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 273 HP | 170 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4559 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1781 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1699 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2616 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 64 L |