2008 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition is newer by 5 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 62 more horse power than 2008 Mazda CX-7. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda CX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1461 kg more than 2008 Mazda CX-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Ford Expedition is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda CX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition 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, 2013 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda CX-7. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition 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 | 2013 Ford Expedition | |
| Make | Mazda | Ford |
| Model | CX-7 | Expedition |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2258 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 9.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1191 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3023 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 11.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 16.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 106 L |
