2009 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2008 Toyota iQ
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 iQ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2008 Toyota iQ 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 150 more horse power than 2008 Toyota iQ. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2008 Toyota iQ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 320 kg more than 2008 Toyota iQ. 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 iQ. 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 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Toyota iQ. (118 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Toyota iQ.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda CX-7 | 2008 Toyota iQ | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | CX-7 | iQ |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2258 cc | 1329 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 118 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 2985 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2000 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 6.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 6.5 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 32 L |
