2010 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2007 Ford Focus
To start off, 2010 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2007 Ford Focus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Ford Focus would be higher. At 2,300 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 145 more horse power than 2007 Ford Focus. (99 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2007 Ford Focus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 568 kg more than 2007 Ford Focus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Mazda CX-7 (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Ford Focus. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Ford Focus.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Mazda CX-7 | 2007 Ford Focus | |
Make | Mazda | Ford |
Model | CX-7 | Focus |
Year Released | 2010 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1595 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 244 HP | 99 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 349 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1718 kg | 1150 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4681 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1646 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2620 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 55 L |