2007 Ford Edge 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 Ford Edge. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Edge would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Edge is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Ford Edge (265 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2008 Mazda CX-7. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda CX-7.
Because 2007 Ford Edge is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda CX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Ford Edge 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, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (351 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Edge. (339 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Edge.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Ford Edge | 2008 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Ford | Mazda |
| Model | Edge | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Crossover | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 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 Length | 4720 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 9.8 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 69 L |
