2009 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2010 Honda Civic
To start off, 2010 Honda Civic is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Mazda CX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Mazda CX-7 would be higher. At 2,260 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 134 more horse power than 2010 Honda Civic. (110 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2010 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 27 kg more than 2010 Honda Civic. 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 2010 Honda Civic. 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 183 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Honda Civic. (167 Nm @ 1000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Mazda CX-7 | 2010 Honda Civic | |
Make | Mazda | Honda |
Model | CX-7 | Civic |
Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1300 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 110 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 167 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 1000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1305 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4503 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1753 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1430 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2700 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 5.2 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 5.9 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 47 L |