2009 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2010 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2010 Nissan Maxima 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2010 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Nissan Maxima (291 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2009 Mazda CX-7. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Nissan Maxima should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda CX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Nissan Maxima weights approximately 288 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-7. 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 Nissan Maxima. 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, 2010 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda CX-7. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2010 Nissan Maxima will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda CX-7 | 2010 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | CX-7 | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2259 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 291 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1329 kg | 1617 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4841 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1859 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1468 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2776 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 9.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 12.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 13.1 L/100km | 10.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 76 L |
