2007 Kia Sedona vs. 2011 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2011 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Kia Sedona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Kia Sedona would be higher. At 2,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 2007 Kia Sedona. (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Kia Sedona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Kia Sedona weights approximately 257 kg more than 2011 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, 2011 Mazda CX-7 (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Kia Sedona. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Kia Sedona. 2011 Mazda CX-7 has automatic transmission and 2007 Kia Sedona has manual transmission. 2007 Kia Sedona will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Kia Sedona | 2011 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Sedona | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2497 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1975 kg | 1718 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1810 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 69 L |
