2007 Subaru Forester 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 Subaru Forester. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Forester would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda CX-7 (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Forester. (156 HP @ 6400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Forester. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 196 kg more than 2007 Subaru Forester. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Subaru Forester is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Mazda CX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 Subaru Forester 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, 2011 Mazda CX-7 (218 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Forester. (186 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Forester.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Subaru Forester | 2011 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Subaru | Mazda |
| Model | Forester | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | boxer | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 156 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2530 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
