I agree, but the hp/tq numbers aren't the only factors to consider. There's the potential difference in fuel economy, potential difference in weight, potential difference in reliability, etc. Personally, I see myself doing the same thing I did for my CX-9, which is to wait a couple of years and hang out on the forums to see if any glaring issues or recalls come up, then make a decision from there. I can see myself shopping for a new car in 4-5 years (not necessarily a replacement to the CX-9), so we'll see where Mazda and the other brands are at that time.