2008 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2008 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 2,693 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Tacoma.
Because 2008 Mazda CX-7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-7 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 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. 2008 Mazda CX-7 has automatic transmission and 2007 Toyota Tacoma has manual transmission. 2007 Toyota Tacoma 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.
Compare all specifications:
2008 Mazda CX-7 | 2007 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | CX-7 | Tacoma |
Year Released | 2008 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2693 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5290 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3250 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.8 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.9 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 79 L |