2002 Honda Vamos vs. 2009 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2002 Honda Vamos. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2002 Honda Vamos would be higher. At 2,259 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 2002 Honda Vamos. (46 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2002 Honda Vamos. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 369 kg more than 2002 Honda Vamos. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda CX-7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2002 Honda Vamos. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 will offer significantly more control. 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, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (350 Nm) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 Honda Vamos. (149 Nm). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 Honda Vamos.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Honda Vamos | 2009 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Vamos | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2002 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 656 cc | 2259 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 46 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1329 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3410 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 69 L |
