2009 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2011 Audi A6
To start off, 2011 Audi A6 is newer by 2 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, 2011 Audi A6 (300 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 2009 Mazda CX-9. (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Audi A6 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda CX-9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Audi A6 weights approximately 541 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, 2011 Audi A6 (420 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda CX-9. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2011 Audi A6 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 | 2011 Audi A6 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | CX-9 | A6 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3725 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 300 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 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 | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4928 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1854 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1458 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2842 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 11.2 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 15.7 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
