2008 Toyota Tazz vs. 2010 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2010 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Tazz. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Tazz would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 638 kg more than 2008 Toyota Tazz.
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, 2010 Mazda CX-7 (218 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Tazz. (103 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Tazz. 2010 Mazda CX-7 has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Tazz has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Tazz will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Toyota Tazz | 2010 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Toyota | Mazda |
| Model | Tazz | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2008 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 161 HP |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 948 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 62 L |
