2007 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2010 Volkswagen Sharan
To start off, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda CX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda CX-7 would be higher. At 2,299 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan (1,973 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1729 more horse power than 2007 Mazda CX-7. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volkswagen Sharan should accelerate faster than 2007 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, 2007 Mazda CX-7 (351 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan. (280 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2007 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Volkswagen Sharan.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Mazda CX-7 | 2010 Volkswagen Sharan | |
| Make | Mazda | Volkswagen |
| Model | CX-7 | Sharan |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 1973 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4854 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1904 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1720 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2919 mm |
