2012 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3
To start off, both 2012 Mazda CX-9 and 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 were released in the same year (2012). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. 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 10 more horse power than 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3. (263 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 475 kg more than 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3. 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 MazdaSpeed3 (379 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda CX-9. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda CX-9. 2012 Mazda CX-9 has automatic transmission and 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 has manual transmission. 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mazda CX-9 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mazda CX-9 | 2012 Mazda MazdaSpeed3 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | CX-9 | MazdaSpeed3 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 263 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 379 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1963 kg | 1488 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5085 mm | 4511 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1935 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1461 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2875 mm | 2639 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
