2009 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C 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 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) has 28 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (245 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mercedes-Benz C weights approximately 366 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-9.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz C is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda CX-9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz C 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, 2009 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C. (340 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz C.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda CX-9 | 2013 Mercedes-Benz C | |
Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | CX-9 | C |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3726 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | W |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 273 HP | 245 HP |
Torque | 366 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1695 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4591 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 2008 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1445 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 7.9 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |