1995 Pontiac Trans Sport vs. 2012 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. (145 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport weights approximately 109 kg more than 2012 Mazda CX-7.
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-7 (218 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. (190 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport. 2012 Mazda CX-7 has automatic transmission and 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport has manual transmission. 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Pontiac Trans Sport | 2012 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Pontiac | Mazda |
| Model | Trans Sport | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1680 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 62 L |
