1999 Dodge Durango vs. 2010 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2010 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Dodge Durango. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Dodge Durango would be higher. At 4,701 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Dodge Durango is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1999 Dodge Durango. (232 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Dodge Durango. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Dodge Durango weights approximately 257 kg more than 2010 Mazda CX-7.
Because 1999 Dodge Durango is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda CX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Dodge Durango 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, 1999 Dodge Durango (399 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda CX-7. (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Dodge Durango will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Dodge Durango | 2010 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Durango | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4701 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 232 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 399 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1718 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2751 mm |
