2009 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2011 Kia Venga
To start off, 2011 Kia Venga 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 3,726 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 150 more horse power than 2011 Kia Venga. (123 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2011 Kia Venga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Kia Venga weights approximately 14 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-9.
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, 2009 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Kia Venga. (156 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Kia Venga.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda CX-9 | 2011 Kia Venga | |
| Make | Mazda | Kia |
| Model | CX-9 | Venga |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3726 cc | 1591 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 156 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.7:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1343 kg |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 5.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 48 L |
