2009 Mazda CX-7 vs. 1995 Honda Today
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Honda Today. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Honda Today would be higher. At 2,258 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1995 Honda Today. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1995 Honda Today. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 470 kg more than 1995 Honda Today. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 293 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Honda Today. (57 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Honda Today.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda CX-7 | 1995 Honda Today | |
Make | Mazda | Honda |
Model | CX-7 | Today |
Year Released | 2009 | 1995 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2258 cc | 656 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 47 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 57 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 710 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1400 mm |