1998 Mazda RX-7 vs. 2010 Ford Kuga
To start off, 2010 Ford Kuga is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Mazda RX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Mazda RX-7 would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1998 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mazda RX-7 (265 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2010 Ford Kuga. (134 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 2010 Ford Kuga. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford Kuga weights approximately 300 kg more than 1998 Mazda RX-7.
Because 2010 Ford Kuga is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Mazda RX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Ford Kuga will offer significantly more control. 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, 2010 Ford Kuga (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mazda RX-7. (294 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford Kuga will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mazda RX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Mazda RX-7 | 2010 Ford Kuga | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | RX-7 | Kuga |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1240 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1240 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2700 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 53 L |
