2011 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche

To start off, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mazda CX-9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mazda CX-9 would be higher. At 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche (310 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 2011 Mazda CX-9. (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 703 kg more than 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche.

Because 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 Chevrolet Avalanche. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Chevrolet Avalanche (454 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 88 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda CX-9. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche 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 2012 Chevrolet Avalanche
Make Mazda Chevrolet
Model CX-9 Avalanche
Year Released 2011 2012
Body Type SUV Pickup
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3700 cc 5300 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 273 HP 310 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 366 Nm 454 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1964 kg 1261 kg
Vehicle Length 5085 mm 5630 mm
Vehicle Width 1935 mm 2020 mm
Vehicle Height 1727 mm 1950 mm
Wheelbase Size 2875 mm 3310 mm
Fuel Consumption 9.8 L/100km 11.9 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 17 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 117 L


 

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