2010 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2009 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2010 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Toyota Aygo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Toyota Aygo would be higher. 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 206 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 1101 kg more than 2009 Toyota Aygo. 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 273 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Aygo. 2010 Mazda CX-9 has automatic transmission and 2009 Toyota Aygo has manual transmission. 2009 Toyota Aygo will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda CX-9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda CX-9 | 2009 Toyota Aygo | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | CX-9 | Aygo |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 93 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1966 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5075 mm | 3405 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1935 mm | 1615 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2875 mm | 2340 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 35 L |
