2009 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2008 Toyota Aygo
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2008 Toyota Aygo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota Aygo would be higher. At 2,259 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 177 more horse power than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota Aygo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 465 kg more than 2008 Toyota Aygo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 Mazda CX-7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Toyota Aygo. 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 257 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota Aygo. (93 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota Aygo. 2009 Mazda CX-7 has automatic transmission and 2008 Toyota Aygo has manual transmission. 2008 Toyota Aygo 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.
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2009 Mazda CX-7 | 2008 Toyota Aygo | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | CX-7 | Aygo |
Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2259 cc | 998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 93 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 71 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 864 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 3405 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1615 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2340 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 4.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 5 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 4.6 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 35 L |