2009 Lexus LS vs. 2009 Mazda CX-7
To start off, both 2009 Lexus LS and 2009 Mazda CX-7 were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Lexus LS (357 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 2009 Mazda CX-7. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda CX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Lexus LS weights approximately 671 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Lexus LS is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Mazda CX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS (466 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda CX-7. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Lexus LS | 2009 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Lexus | Mazda |
| Model | LS | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2260 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 357 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 466 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4100 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 94.1 mm | 87.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 83 mm | 98 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | 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 | 1865 kg | 1194 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5040 mm | 4680 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2980 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.2 L/100km | 10.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 13.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 11.8 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 84 L | 69 L |
