2001 Buick Blackhawk vs. 2010 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2010 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Buick Blackhawk. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Buick Blackhawk would be higher. At 7,458 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Buick Blackhawk is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (458 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 214 more horse power than 2010 Mazda CX-7. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Buick Blackhawk should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda CX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 88 kg more than 2001 Buick Blackhawk.
Because 2001 Buick Blackhawk is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2001 Buick Blackhawk. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mazda CX-7, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2001 Buick Blackhawk (705 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 356 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda CX-7. (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2001 Buick Blackhawk will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
2001 Buick Blackhawk | 2010 Mazda CX-7 | |
Make | Buick | Mazda |
Model | Blackhawk | CX-7 |
Year Released | 2001 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7458 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 458 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 705 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1718 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4681 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1646 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 69 L |