2008 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2005 Chrysler Voyager
To start off, 2008 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Chrysler Voyager. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Chrysler Voyager would be higher. At 2,399 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Chrysler Voyager is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. (150 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Chrysler Voyager weights approximately 570 kg more than 2008 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, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (351 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Chrysler Voyager. (224 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Chrysler Voyager.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda CX-7 | 2005 Chrysler Voyager | |
| Make | Mazda | Chrysler |
| Model | CX-7 | Voyager |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2399 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 150 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 224 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.4 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 101 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.4 L/100km | 10.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 75 L |
