2010 Chevrolet Equinox vs. 2010 Mazda CX-9
To start off, both 2010 Chevrolet Equinox and 2010 Mazda CX-9 were released in the same year (2010). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. (182 HP @ 6700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 256 kg more than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox. (233 Nm @ 4900 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Chevrolet Equinox.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Chevrolet Equinox | 2010 Mazda CX-9 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
Model | Equinox | CX-9 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 6700 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 233 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1710 kg | 1966 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 5075 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1842 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1760 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2858 mm | 2875 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 14.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 71 L | 76 L |