2009 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2009 Toyota Highlander
To start off, both 2009 Mazda CX-7 and 2009 Toyota Highlander were released in the same year (2009). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Toyota Highlander (270 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 2009 Mazda CX-7. (235 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda CX-7.
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 (351 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Toyota Highlander. (336 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Toyota Highlander. 2009 Toyota Highlander 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 Highlander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda CX-7 | 2009 Toyota Highlander | |
Make | Mazda | Toyota |
Model | CX-7 | Highlander |
Year Released | 2009 | 2009 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2261 cc | 3456 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 270 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 351 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4790 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1770 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2800 mm |
Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.3 L/100km | 12.5 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 73 L |