2008 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2008 Volvo XC90
To start off, both 2008 Mazda CX-7 and 2008 Volvo XC90 were released in the same year (2008). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,401 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (256 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2008 Volvo XC90. (182 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Volvo XC90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 485 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, 2008 Volvo XC90 (400 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda CX-7. (380 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo XC90 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 | 2008 Volvo XC90 | |
Make | Mazda | Volvo |
Model | CX-7 | XC90 |
Year Released | 2008 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 2401 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 182 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 400 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.6 mm | 81.1 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 93.2 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 17.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 11.2 seconds |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1695 kg | 2180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4800 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1750 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2860 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 8.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 65 L | 70 L |