2010 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2004 Porsche 911
To start off, 2010 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Porsche 911. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Porsche 911 would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Porsche 911 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Porsche 911 (444 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 2010 Mazda CX-7. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda CX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 58 kg more than 2004 Porsche 911.
Because 2004 Porsche 911 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda CX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Porsche 911 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, 2004 Porsche 911 (620 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 271 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda CX-7. (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 Porsche 911 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda CX-7 | 2004 Porsche 911 | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | CX-7 | 911 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 3600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 444 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5700 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 620 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1718 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4681 mm | 4440 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1646 mm | 1300 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2360 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 64 L |
