2012 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2011 Mercedes-Benz C

To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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 72 more horse power than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (201 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 458 kg more than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2011 Mercedes-Benz C 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 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C. (310 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mercedes-Benz C.

Compare all specifications:

2012 Mazda CX-9 2011 Mercedes-Benz C
Make Mazda Mercedes-Benz
Model CX-9 C
Year Released 2012 2011
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3700 cc 1800 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 273 HP 201 HP
Engine RPM 6250 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 366 Nm 310 Nm
Torque RPM 4250 RPM 2200 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Rear
Transmission Type 6-speed shiftable automatic 7-speed shiftable automatic
Number of Seats 7 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Weight 1963 kg 1505 kg
Vehicle Length 5085 mm 4592 mm
Vehicle Width 1935 mm 1770 mm
Vehicle Height 1727 mm 1430 mm
Wheelbase Size 2875 mm 2761 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 76 L 66 L


 

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