2009 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2012 GMC Sierra
To start off, 2012 GMC Sierra is newer by 3 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 GMC Sierra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 GMC Sierra (315 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 71 more horse power than 2009 Mazda CX-7. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 GMC Sierra should accelerate faster than 2009 Mazda CX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 GMC Sierra weights approximately 1131 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 2012 GMC Sierra. 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, 2012 GMC Sierra (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Mazda CX-7. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2012 GMC Sierra 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 | 2012 GMC Sierra | |
| Make | Mazda | GMC |
| Model | CX-7 | Sierra |
| Year Released | 2009 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2258 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 315 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2311 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 5847 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 2032 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1875 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 3645 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 10.7 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 15.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 98 L |
