2009 Chevrolet Impala vs. 2011 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2011 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Chevrolet Impala. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Chevrolet Impala would be higher. At 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Chevrolet Impala (211 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2011 Mazda CX-7. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda CX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 511 kg more than 2009 Chevrolet Impala.
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, 2009 Chevrolet Impala (291 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda CX-7. (218 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Chevrolet Impala | 2011 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mazda |
| Model | Impala | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3500 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 211 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 291 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1075 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1500 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2810 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 8.1 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 12.4 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 64 L | 62 L |
