2006 Honda CR-V vs. 2011 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2011 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 2006 Honda CR-V. (156 HP @ 5900 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Honda CR-V. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Honda CR-V weights approximately 274 kg more than 2011 Mazda CX-7.
Because 2006 Honda CR-V is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda CX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Honda CR-V will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Mazda CX-7 (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Honda CR-V. (217 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Honda CR-V.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Honda CR-V | 2011 Mazda CX-7 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | CR-V | CX-7 |
Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 156 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1992 kg | 1718 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4600 mm | 4681 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1646 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 69 L |