2010 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2007 Porsche Cayenne
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 Porsche Cayenne. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2007 Porsche Cayenne would be higher. At 3,598 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Porsche Cayenne is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (287 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2010 Mazda CX-7. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Porsche Cayenne should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda CX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Porsche Cayenne weights approximately 442 kg more than 2010 Mazda CX-7. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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, 2007 Porsche Cayenne (385 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda CX-7. (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2007 Porsche Cayenne 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 | 2007 Porsche Cayenne | |
| Make | Mazda | Porsche |
| Model | CX-7 | Cayenne |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 3598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1718 kg | 2160 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4681 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1646 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2860 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 100 L |
