2007 Mazda CX-9 vs. 2002 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2007 Mazda CX-9 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Mazda CX-9 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (263 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 149 more horse power than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (114 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-9 should accelerate faster than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
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, 2007 Mazda CX-9 (338 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Toyota Corolla. (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda CX-9 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda CX-9 | 2002 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | CX-9 | Corolla |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 263 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 50 L |
