2008 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2013 Hyundai Equus
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Equus 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 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Equus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Hyundai Equus (423 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 2008 Mazda CX-7. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Hyundai Equus should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda CX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Equus weights approximately 774 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 Hyundai Equus is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 2013 Hyundai Equus. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-7, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 Hyundai Equus (510 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Mazda CX-7. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Hyundai Equus 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 Hyundai Equus | |
| Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
| Model | CX-7 | Equus |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 5000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 423 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 510 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 11.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 2106 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5158 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1889 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3045 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.2 L/100km | 8.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.8 L/100km | 13.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 77 L |
