2000 Toyota Solara vs. 2011 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2011 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Solara. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Solara would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda CX-7 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Solara. (133 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Solara. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 206 kg more than 2000 Toyota Solara. 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, 2011 Mazda CX-7 (218 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Toyota Solara. (204 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Toyota Solara. 2011 Mazda CX-7 has automatic transmission and 2000 Toyota Solara has manual transmission. 2000 Toyota Solara will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Toyota Solara | 2011 Mazda CX-7 | |
Make | Toyota | Mazda |
Model | Solara | CX-7 |
Year Released | 2000 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2164 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 204 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1380 kg | 1586 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4681 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1646 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2751 mm |