2011 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2010 SsangYong Rexton
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 SsangYong Rexton. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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 112 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Rexton. (161 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 8 kg more than 2011 Mazda CX-9.
Because 2010 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda CX-9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rexton 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, 2011 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Rexton. (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mazda CX-9 | 2010 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
| Model | CX-9 | Rexton |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1964 kg | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5085 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1935 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2875 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
