2009 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2007 Subaru Outback Sport
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Subaru Outback Sport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Subaru Outback Sport would be higher. At 2,457 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Subaru Outback Sport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2007 Subaru Outback Sport. (173 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Subaru Outback Sport.
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 125 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Subaru Outback Sport. (225 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Subaru Outback Sport. 2009 Mazda CX-7 has automatic transmission and 2007 Subaru Outback Sport has manual transmission. 2007 Subaru Outback Sport 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 | 2007 Subaru Outback Sport | |
| Make | Mazda | Subaru |
| Model | CX-7 | Outback Sport |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2258 cc | 2457 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 225 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4470 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2530 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.3 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 10.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 9.6 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 60 L |
