2007 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2007 Ford Falcon
To start off, both 2007 Mazda CX-7 and 2007 Ford Falcon were released in the same year (2007). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2007 Ford Falcon. (220 HP @ 4900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Falcon.
Because 2007 Ford Falcon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2007 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Mazda CX-7, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Ford Falcon (357 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda CX-7. (351 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Mazda CX-7 | 2007 Ford Falcon | |
Make | Mazda | Ford |
Model | CX-7 | Falcon |
Year Released | 2007 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2299 cc | 3984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 220 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 357 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 92.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 99.3 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4910 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1440 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 59 L |