2009 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2013 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2013 Toyota Yaris 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 3,727 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 163 more horse power than 2013 Toyota Yaris. (105 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2013 Toyota Yaris.
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 (269 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 129 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Yaris. (140 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Yaris.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda CX-9 | 2013 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | CX-9 | Yaris |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3727 cc | 1500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 105 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 269 Nm | 140 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 3900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1695 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2510 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 6.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 42 L |
