2009 Audi A8 vs. 2010 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2010 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Audi A8. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Audi A8 would be higher. At 2,965 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Audi A8 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 2009 Audi A8. (230 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Audi A8. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 788 kg more than 2009 Audi A8. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Audi A8 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda CX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Audi A8 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, 2009 Audi A8 (450 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda CX-7. (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Audi A8 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Audi A8 | 2010 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Audi | Mazda |
| Model | A8 | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2965 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 450 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1718 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 69 L |
