2008 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2008 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2000 Toyota Tundra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2000 Toyota Tundra would be higher. At 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2000 Toyota Tundra. (242 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2000 Toyota Tundra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 770 kg more than 2008 Mazda CX-7.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2000 Toyota Tundra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda CX-7. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda CX-7 | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | CX-7 | Tundra |
Year Released | 2008 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3270 mm |