2007 Fiat Punto vs. 2010 Mazda CX-7

To start off, 2010 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Fiat Punto. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Fiat Punto would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda CX-7 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 2007 Fiat Punto. (129 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Fiat Punto. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 542 kg more than 2007 Fiat Punto. 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, 2010 Mazda CX-7 (218 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 54 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Fiat Punto. (164 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Fiat Punto. 2010 Mazda CX-7 has automatic transmission and 2007 Fiat Punto has manual transmission. 2007 Fiat Punto will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2007 Fiat Punto 2010 Mazda CX-7
Make Fiat Mazda
Model Punto CX-7
Year Released 2007 2010
Body Type Hatchback SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1747 cc 2500 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 4 valves
Horse Power 129 HP 161 HP
Engine RPM 6300 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 164 Nm 218 Nm
Torque RPM 4300 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front Front
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 3 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1044 kg 1586 kg
Vehicle Length 3850 mm 4681 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1872 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1646 mm
Wheelbase Size 2470 mm 2751 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 47 L 62 L


 

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