2009 Land Rover Range Rover vs. 2008 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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 4,394 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover (301 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2008 Mazda CX-7. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover should accelerate faster than 2008 Mazda CX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Land Rover Range Rover weights approximately 1306 kg more than 2008 Mazda CX-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Land Rover Range Rover is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Mazda CX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Land Rover Range Rover 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, 2008 Mazda CX-7 (351 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover. (325 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Land Rover Range Rover.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Land Rover Range Rover | 2008 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mazda |
| Model | Range Rover | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4394 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 351 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Top Speed | 194 km/hour | 188 km/hour |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2486 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1930 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3230 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 13.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 24.4 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 69 L |
