2009 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2013 Hyundai Sonata
To start off, 2013 Hyundai Sonata is newer by 4 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 2,359 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Hyundai Sonata is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2013 Hyundai Sonata. (197 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2013 Hyundai Sonata. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Hyundai Sonata weights approximately 122 kg more than 2009 Mazda CX-7.
Because 2009 Mazda CX-7 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Hyundai Sonata. 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 98 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Hyundai Sonata. (252 Nm @ 4250 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Hyundai Sonata.
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2009 Mazda CX-7 | 2013 Hyundai Sonata | |
Make | Mazda | Hyundai |
Model | CX-7 | Sonata |
Year Released | 2009 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2359 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 350 Nm | 252 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 11.3:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 1454 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4820 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2795 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 10.7 L/100km | 5.6 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 14.7 L/100km | 8.7 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 70 L |