2012 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2010 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Audi A5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Audi A5 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 115 more horse power than 2010 Audi A5. (158 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2010 Audi A5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 203 kg more than 2010 Audi A5. 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 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Audi A5. (250 Nm @ 1500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Audi A5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mazda CX-9 | 2010 Audi A5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Audi |
| Model | CX-9 | A5 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 1500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1963 kg | 1760 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5085 mm | 4623 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1935 mm | 1852 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1382 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2875 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 67 L |
