2000 Acura Integra vs. 2012 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Acura Integra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Acura Integra would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2000 Acura Integra. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Acura Integra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 143 kg more than 2000 Acura Integra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 (349 Nm) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Acura Integra. (177 Nm). This means 2012 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Acura Integra. 2012 Mazda CX-7 has automatic transmission and 2000 Acura Integra has manual transmission. 2000 Acura Integra 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:
| 2000 Acura Integra | 2012 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Acura | Mazda |
| Model | Integra | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2000 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1799 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1718 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2751 mm |
