2009 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2013 Ford F-150
To start off, 2013 Ford F-150 is newer by 4 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford F-150 (355 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 2009 Mazda CX-9. (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda CX-9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1148 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.
Because 2013 Ford F-150 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda CX-9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford F-150 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Ford F-150 (515 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda CX-9. (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford F-150 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 | 2013 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | CX-9 | F-150 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3726 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 355 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 515 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 2477 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 5888 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2464 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1933 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 3683 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 10.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 136 L |
