2009 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 would be higher. In terms of performance, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 (543 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 299 more horse power than 2009 Mazda CX-7. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda CX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 82 kg more than 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1.
Because 2009 Mazda CX-7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1. 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, 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 (637 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 287 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda CX-7. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda CX-7. 2009 Mazda CX-7 has automatic transmission and 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 has manual transmission. 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda CX-7 | 2005 Nissan R 390 GT1 | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | CX-7 | R 390 GT1 |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 543 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 637 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1098 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1150 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2730 mm |
