2009 Mazda CX-7 vs. 1994 Toyota Lexcen
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Toyota Lexcen. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Toyota Lexcen would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Toyota Lexcen is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 1994 Toyota Lexcen. (173 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1994 Toyota Lexcen. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Toyota Lexcen weights approximately 28 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-7.
Because 2009 Mazda CX-7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Toyota Lexcen. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 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 Mazda CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Toyota Lexcen. (295 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Toyota Lexcen.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda CX-7 | 1994 Toyota Lexcen | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | CX-7 | Lexcen |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 3791 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 295 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2740 mm |
