2011 Acura CSX vs. 2012 Mazda CX-9
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Acura CSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Acura CSX would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 118 more horse power than 2011 Acura CSX. (155 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2011 Acura CSX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 620 kg more than 2011 Acura CSX. 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, 2012 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Acura CSX. (188 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Acura CSX.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Acura CSX | 2012 Mazda CX-9 | |
Make | Acura | Mazda |
Model | CSX | CX-9 |
Year Released | 2011 | 2012 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2000 cc | 3700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 155 HP | 273 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6250 RPM |
Torque | 188 Nm | 366 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1343 kg | 1963 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4544 mm | 5085 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1752 mm | 1935 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1435 mm | 1727 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2875 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 6.5 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 9.5 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |