2010 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2012 Porsche Boxster
To start off, 2012 Porsche Boxster 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, 2012 Porsche Boxster (320 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2010 Mazda CX-9. (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Porsche Boxster should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda CX-9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 691 kg more than 2012 Porsche Boxster.
Because 2012 Porsche Boxster 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 2012 Porsche Boxster. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2012 Porsche Boxster (370 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda CX-9. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Porsche Boxster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda CX-9. 2010 Mazda CX-9 has automatic transmission and 2012 Porsche Boxster has manual transmission. 2012 Porsche Boxster 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 | 2012 Porsche Boxster | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | CX-9 | Boxster |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 320 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 370 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1966 kg | 1275 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5075 mm | 4341 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1935 mm | 1801 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1232 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2875 mm | 2416 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 54 L |
