2010 Chevrolet Tahoe vs. 2012 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe would be higher. At 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe (332 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2012 Mazda CX-9. (273 HP @ 6250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda CX-9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe weights approximately 590 kg more than 2012 Mazda CX-9. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-9, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Chevrolet Tahoe (497 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda CX-9. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Chevrolet Tahoe | 2012 Mazda CX-9 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Tahoe | CX-9 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6000 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 332 HP | 273 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6250 RPM |
| Torque | 497 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2553 kg | 1963 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5131 mm | 5085 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2007 mm | 1935 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1895 mm | 1727 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2946 mm | 2875 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 76 L |
