2007 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2006 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2007 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2006 Mercedes-Benz E would be higher. At 3,498 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E (269 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2007 Mazda CX-7. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda CX-7.
Because 2006 Mercedes-Benz E is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda CX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 Mercedes-Benz E 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, 2007 Mazda CX-7 (351 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E. (350 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mercedes-Benz E.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda CX-7 | 2006 Mercedes-Benz E | |
| Make | Mazda | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | CX-7 | E |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2006 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 3498 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4860 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
