2010 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2012 Audi A5
To start off, 2012 Audi A5 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mazda CX-7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mazda CX-7 would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Audi A5 (211 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 2010 Mazda CX-7. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 should accelerate faster than 2010 Mazda CX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Audi A5 weights approximately 244 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 2012 Audi A5 is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2010 Mazda CX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Audi A5 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, 2012 Audi A5 (349 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 131 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda CX-7. (218 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Audi A5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda CX-7. 2010 Mazda CX-7 has automatic transmission and 2012 Audi A5 has manual transmission. 2012 Audi A5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 Mazda CX-7 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2010 Mazda CX-7 | 2012 Audi A5 | |
Make | Mazda | Audi |
Model | CX-7 | A5 |
Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 161 HP | 211 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 218 Nm | 349 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | 6-speed manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 1830 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4681 mm | 4623 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1646 mm | 1382 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2751 mm |
Fuel Consumption Highway | 8.4 L/100km | 8.1 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 11.8 L/100km | 11.2 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 67 L |