2010 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2009 Citroen C5
To start off, 2010 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2009 Citroen C5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2009 Citroen C5 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 110 more horse power than 2009 Citroen C5. (134 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2009 Citroen C5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 276 kg more than 2009 Citroen C5. 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 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Citroen C5. (190 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Citroen C5.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mazda CX-7 | 2009 Citroen C5 | |
| Make | Mazda | Citroen |
| Model | CX-7 | C5 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2009 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4100 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 | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1718 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4681 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1646 mm | 1520 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 66 L |
