2009 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Eos
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Eos 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 3,727 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 130 more horse power than 2010 Volkswagen Eos. (138 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2010 Volkswagen Eos.
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, 2010 Volkswagen Eos (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda CX-9. (269 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Volkswagen Eos will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda CX-9 | 2010 Volkswagen Eos | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | CX-9 | Eos |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3727 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 269 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4423 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1791 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1444 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2578 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 5.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 55 L |
