2008 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2008 Opel Astra
To start off, both 2008 Mazda CX-7 and 2008 Opel Astra 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 144 more horse power than 2008 Opel Astra. (100 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Opel Astra weights approximately 213 kg more than 2008 Mazda CX-7.
Because 2008 Mazda CX-7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Astra. 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 110 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Opel Astra. (240 Nm @ 2300 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Opel Astra. 2008 Mazda CX-7 has automatic transmission and 2008 Opel Astra has manual transmission. 2008 Opel Astra 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 | 2008 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Mazda | Opel |
| Model | CX-7 | Astra |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1686 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2300 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1393 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.2 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 52 L |
