2009 Hyundai Sonata vs. 2008 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2009 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 1 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (175 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
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, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 122 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Hyundai Sonata. (228 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Hyundai Sonata.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Hyundai Sonata | 2008 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Hyundai | Mazda |
| Model | Sonata | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2359 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 175 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 9.5:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4800 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.4 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 9.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 69 L |
