2011 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER

To start off, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is newer by 2 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 5,700 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (367 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2011 Mazda CX-9. (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER 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 112 kg more than 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER.

Because 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER 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 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER. 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, 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER (542 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda CX-9. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER 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 2013 Dodge CHALLENGER
Make Mazda Dodge
Model CX-9 CHALLENGER
Year Released 2011 2013
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3700 cc 5700 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type V V
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 273 HP 367 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 5200 RPM
Torque 366 Nm 542 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 4400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type Automatic 5-speed automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1964 kg 1852 kg
Vehicle Length 5085 mm 5023 mm
Vehicle Width 1935 mm 1923 mm
Vehicle Height 1727 mm 1449 mm
Wheelbase Size 2875 mm 2946 mm
Fuel Consumption Highway 9.8 L/100km 8 L/100km
Fuel Consumption City 13.8 L/100km 13.5 L/100km
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 72 L


 

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