2013 Mazda CX-09 vs. 2013 Mazda SPEED3
To start off, both 2013 Mazda CX-09 and 2013 Mazda SPEED3 were released in the same year (2013). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,726 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Mazda CX-09 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mazda CX-09 (269 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 2013 Mazda SPEED3. (259 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mazda CX-09 should accelerate faster than 2013 Mazda SPEED3. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mazda CX-09 weights approximately 601 kg more than 2013 Mazda SPEED3. 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, 2013 Mazda SPEED3 (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mazda CX-09. (366 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2013 Mazda SPEED3 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mazda CX-09. 2013 Mazda CX-09 has automatic transmission and 2013 Mazda SPEED3 has manual transmission. 2013 Mazda SPEED3 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Mazda CX-09 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2013 Mazda CX-09 | 2013 Mazda SPEED3 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | CX-09 | SPEED3 |
| Year Released | 2013 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Crossover | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3726 cc | 2261 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 269 HP | 259 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 366 Nm | 380 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 95 mm | 87 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | 6-speed automatic | 6-speed manual |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2062 kg | 1461 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5108 mm | 4510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1936 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1728 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2875 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9 L/100km | 8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.8 L/100km | 11.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 60 L |
