2009 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2007 Toyota Tacoma
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 Toyota Tacoma. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Toyota Tacoma would be higher. At 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. (159 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 320 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 2007 Toyota Tacoma. 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 106 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Toyota Tacoma. (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Toyota Tacoma.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda CX-7 | 2007 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | CX-7 | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 159 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 95 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 95 mm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1649 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3240 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 8.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 11.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 79 L |
