2006 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2007 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2007 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 5,326 cc (8 cylinders), 2006 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Chevrolet Impala (304 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2007 Mazda CX-7. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2007 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, 2006 Chevrolet Impala (438 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda CX-7. (351 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2006 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Chevrolet Impala | 2007 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Impala | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5326 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 304 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 438 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 94 mm |
| 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 Length | 5100 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 55 L |
