2011 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton
To start off, 2011 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton. (237 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton weights approximately 351 kg more than 2011 Mazda CX-9.
Because 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda CX-9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton (500 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda CX-9. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mazda CX-9 | 2009 Volkswagen Phaeton | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | CX-9 | Phaeton |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 500 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automated manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1964 kg | 2315 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5085 mm | 5179 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1935 mm | 1903 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1901 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2875 mm | 3001 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 6.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.6 L/100km |
