2012 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2013 Nissan Quest
To start off, 2013 Nissan Quest 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, 2012 Mazda CX-9 (273 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 2013 Nissan Quest. (256 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2013 Nissan Quest. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Quest weights approximately 24 kg more than 2012 Mazda CX-9.
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 41 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Nissan Quest. (325 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Nissan Quest.
Compare all specifications:
| 2012 Mazda CX-9 | 2013 Nissan Quest | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | CX-9 | Quest |
| Year Released | 2012 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3700 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 273 HP | 256 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed shiftable automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1963 kg | 1987 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5085 mm | 5100 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1935 mm | 1971 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1727 mm | 1854 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2875 mm | 3000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.8 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 11.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 76 L |
