2008 Ford Maverick vs. 2008 Mazda CX-7
To start off, both 2008 Ford Maverick and 2008 Mazda CX-7 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 2008 Ford Maverick. (122 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Ford Maverick weights approximately 335 kg more than 2008 Mazda CX-7.
Because 2008 Ford Maverick is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda CX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Ford Maverick 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, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (351 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Ford Maverick. (175 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Ford Maverick. 2008 Mazda CX-7 has automatic transmission and 2008 Ford Maverick has manual transmission. 2008 Ford Maverick will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2008 Ford Maverick | 2008 Mazda CX-7 | |
Make | Ford | Mazda |
Model | Maverick | CX-7 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1988 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 122 HP | 244 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 351 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84.8 mm | 87.4 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 94 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Top Speed | 166 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 4680 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1780 mm | 1650 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.8 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 69 L |