2012 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2008 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Nissan Navara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Nissan Navara 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 101 more horse power than 2008 Nissan Navara. (172 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2008 Nissan Navara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Navara weights approximately 69 kg more than 2012 Mazda CX-9.
Because 2008 Nissan Navara is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda CX-9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Navara 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, 2008 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda CX-9. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda CX-9.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mazda CX-9 | 2008 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | CX-9 | Navara |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1963 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5085 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1935 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2875 mm | 3210 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 80 L |
