1999 Ford Expedition vs. 2012 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Ford Expedition. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Ford Expedition would be higher. At 4,604 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1999 Ford Expedition. (238 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1999 Ford Expedition. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Expedition weights approximately 642 kg more than 2012 Mazda CX-7.
Because 1999 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda CX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 Ford Expedition 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 Ford Expedition (397 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda CX-7. (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Expedition | 2012 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Expedition | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4604 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 238 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 397 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2360 kg | 1718 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5200 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2000 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 132 L | 69 L |
