2012 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2013 Chrysler 300
To start off, 2013 Chrysler 300 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2012 Mazda CX-9. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2012 Mazda CX-9 would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chrysler 300 (288 HP @ 6350 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2012 Mazda CX-9. (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda CX-9. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda CX-9 weights approximately 42 kg more than 2013 Chrysler 300.
Because 2013 Chrysler 300 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda CX-9. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Chrysler 300 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, 2012 Mazda CX-9 (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Chrysler 300. (353 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Chrysler 300.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mazda CX-9 | 2013 Chrysler 300 | |
| Make | Mazda | Chrysler |
| Model | CX-9 | 300 |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 288 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6350 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | AWD |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | 8-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1963 kg | 1921 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5085 mm | 5044 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1935 mm | 1902 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1504 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2875 mm | 3052 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 7.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 72 L |
