2010 Honda CR-V vs. 2012 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Honda CR-V. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Honda CR-V would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Honda CR-V (180 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2012 Mazda CX-7. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda CX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 50 kg more than 2010 Honda CR-V.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than 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, both vehicles can yield 218 Nm of torque. So under normal driving conditions, the ability to climb up hills and pull heavy equipment should be relatively similar for both vehicles.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Honda CR-V | 2012 Mazda CX-7 | |
Make | Honda | Mazda |
Model | CR-V | CX-7 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2400 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 180 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1586 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4554 mm | 4681 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1819 mm | 1872 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1679 mm | 1646 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2619 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption | 8.4 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 62 L |