2007 Chrysler Sebring vs. 2008 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2008 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Chrysler Sebring. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Chrysler Sebring would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Chrysler Sebring is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 Chrysler Sebring. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Chrysler Sebring.
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, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Chrysler Sebring. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Chrysler Sebring.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Chrysler Sebring | 2008 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mazda |
| Model | Sebring | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2258 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 173 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4850 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1510 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2770 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 9.8 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 69 L |
