2008 Kia Opirus vs. 2012 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Kia Opirus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Kia Opirus would be higher. At 3,497 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 Kia Opirus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 2008 Kia Opirus. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Kia Opirus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Kia Opirus weights approximately 179 kg more than 2012 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, 2012 Mazda CX-7 (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Kia Opirus. (298 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Kia Opirus.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Kia Opirus | 2012 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Kia | Mazda |
| Model | Opirus | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3497 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1897 kg | 1718 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 69 L |
