2004 Honda FR-V vs. 2010 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2010 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda FR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda FR-V would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda CX-7 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2004 Honda FR-V. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda FR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Honda FR-V weights approximately 109 kg more than 2010 Mazda CX-7.
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, 2004 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda CX-7. (218 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda FR-V | 2010 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | FR-V | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |
