2007 Honda Accord vs. 2009 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2007 Honda Accord. (187 HP @ 6800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 224 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-7.
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, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Honda Accord. (223 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Honda Accord. 2009 Mazda CX-7 has automatic transmission and 2007 Honda Accord has manual transmission. 2007 Honda Accord will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 2009 Mazda CX-7 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | Accord | CX-7 |
Year Released | 2007 | 2009 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 187 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 223 Nm | 350 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.6:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 1194 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 69 L |