2010 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2012 Ford Mondeo
To start off, 2012 Ford Mondeo is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mazda CX-9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mazda CX-9 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 114 more horse power than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (159 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2012 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 406 kg more than 2012 Ford Mondeo. 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 158 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Ford Mondeo. (208 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda CX-9 | 2012 Ford Mondeo | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | CX-9 | Mondeo |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 208 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1966 kg | 1560 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5075 mm | 4840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1935 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2875 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 70 L |
