2006 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mazda CX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mazda CX-7 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun. (163 HP @ 3500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun.
Because 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2006 Mazda CX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mazda CX-7. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Mazda CX-7 | 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CX-7 | Shogun |
| Year Released | 2006 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2298 cc | 3199 cc |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 373 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
