2006 Lexus RX 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 Lexus RX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Lexus RX would be higher. At 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Lexus RX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2006 Lexus RX. (223 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2006 Lexus RX. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 178 kg more than 2006 Lexus RX. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2011 Mazda CX-7 (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Lexus RX. (323 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Lexus RX.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Lexus RX | 2011 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Lexus | Mazda |
| Model | RX | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3310 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 223 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1718 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1690 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.4 L/100km | 9.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 69 L |
