2001 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2007 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2001 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2001 Honda Civic would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2001 Honda Civic. (197 HP @ 7600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Civic.
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, 2007 Mazda CX-7 (351 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Civic. (196 Nm @ 5900 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Civic. 2007 Mazda CX-7 has automatic transmission and 2001 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2001 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Honda Civic | 2007 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 196 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5900 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
