2009 Jeep Commander vs. 2007 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2009 Jeep Commander is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Mazda CX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Mazda CX-7 would be higher. At 5,652 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Jeep Commander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Jeep Commander (322 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 2007 Mazda CX-7. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander should accelerate faster than 2007 Mazda CX-7.
Because 2009 Jeep Commander is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Mazda CX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Jeep Commander 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 Jeep Commander (500 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 149 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Mazda CX-7. (351 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Jeep Commander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Jeep Commander | 2007 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Commander | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5652 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 322 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 500 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.5 mm | 87.4 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 90.9 mm | 94 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 78 L | 55 L |
