2011 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2010 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2011 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Nissan Maxima. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Nissan Maxima would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Maxima (291 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2011 Mazda CX-9. (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda CX-9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 347 kg more than 2010 Nissan Maxima.
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, 2011 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Nissan Maxima. (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Nissan Maxima.
Compare all specifications:
2011 Mazda CX-9 | 2010 Nissan Maxima | |
Make | Mazda | Nissan |
Model | CX-9 | Maxima |
Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 273 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6400 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 354 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1964 kg | 1617 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5085 mm | 4841 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1935 mm | 1859 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1468 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2875 mm | 2776 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |