2005 Honda Civic vs. 2007 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2007 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 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 144 more horse power than 2005 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2005 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 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Honda Civic. (139 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Honda Civic. 2007 Mazda CX-7 has automatic transmission and 2005 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 2005 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:
| 2005 Honda Civic | 2007 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Honda | Mazda |
| Model | Civic | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1492 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 139 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 50 L | 55 L |
