2005 Marcos TSO 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 Marcos TSO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Marcos TSO would be higher. At 5,666 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Marcos TSO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Marcos TSO (475 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 231 more horse power than 2012 Mazda CX-7. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Marcos TSO 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 548 kg more than 2005 Marcos TSO.
Because 2005 Marcos TSO is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2005 Marcos TSO. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-7, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Marcos TSO (535 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda CX-7. (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Marcos TSO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda CX-7. 2012 Mazda CX-7 has automatic transmission and 2005 Marcos TSO has manual transmission. 2005 Marcos TSO will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Marcos TSO | 2012 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Marcos | Mazda |
| Model | TSO | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2005 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5666 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 475 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 535 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1718 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1160 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2751 mm |
