2012 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2003 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Toyota Camry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Toyota Camry would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2003 Toyota Camry. (160 HP @ 5300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2003 Toyota Camry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 603 kg more than 2003 Toyota Camry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2012 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Toyota Camry. (221 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Toyota Camry.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mazda CX-9 | 2003 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | CX-9 | Camry |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2003 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 160 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 221 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1963 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5085 mm | 4820 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1935 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2875 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 65 L |
