2008 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2012 Chrysler 200
To start off, 2012 Chrysler 200 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Mazda CX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Mazda CX-7 would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Chrysler 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2012 Chrysler 200. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2012 Chrysler 200. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Chrysler 200 weights approximately 363 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Chrysler 200. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Chrysler 200.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mazda CX-7 | 2012 Chrysler 200 | |
| Make | Mazda | Chrysler |
| Model | CX-7 | 200 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 4-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1543 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4869 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1842 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1394 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2766 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 7.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 64 L |
