2003 Dodge Intrepid vs. 2011 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2011 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2003 Dodge Intrepid. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2003 Dodge Intrepid would be higher. At 2,735 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Dodge Intrepid is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Dodge Intrepid (197 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 2011 Mazda CX-7. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Dodge Intrepid should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda CX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 16 kg more than 2003 Dodge Intrepid.
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, 2003 Dodge Intrepid (257 Nm @ 4850 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda CX-7. (218 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Dodge Intrepid will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Dodge Intrepid | 2011 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Dodge | Mazda |
| Model | Intrepid | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2735 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 257 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4850 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1570 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2880 mm | 2751 mm |
