2005 Lexus ES vs. 2012 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Lexus ES. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Lexus ES would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Lexus ES is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Lexus ES (225 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2012 Mazda CX-7. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Lexus ES should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda CX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 11 kg more than 2005 Lexus ES.
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, 2005 Lexus ES (325 Nm) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda CX-7. (218 Nm). This means 2005 Lexus ES will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Lexus ES | 2012 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Lexus | Mazda |
| Model | ES | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 225 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | 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 | 1575 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |
