2009 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2009 Toyota Avensis
To start off, both 2009 Mazda CX-7 and 2009 Toyota Avensis were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,261 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 90 more horse power than 2009 Toyota Avensis. (145 HP @ 5700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Toyota Avensis.
Because 2009 Mazda CX-7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2009 Toyota Avensis. 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 (351 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 154 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Avensis. (197 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Avensis. 2009 Toyota Avensis has automatic transmission and 2009 Mazda CX-7 has manual transmission. 2009 Mazda CX-7 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Toyota Avensis will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda CX-7 | 2009 Toyota Avensis | |
| Make | Mazda | Toyota |
| Model | CX-7 | Avensis |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2261 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 351 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 86 mm |
| Top Speed | 181 km/hour | 195 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 12.6 seconds | 11.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2710 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 9.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 60 L |
