1999 Lexus ES vs. 2011 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2011 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 Lexus ES would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Lexus ES (210 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2011 Mazda CX-7. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda CX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 56 kg more than 1999 Lexus ES.
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, 1999 Lexus ES (298 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda CX-7. (218 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Lexus ES | 2011 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Lexus | Mazda |
| Model | ES | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1530 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 62 L |
