2010 Mazda CX-7 vs. 2013 Nissan Maxima
To start off, 2013 Nissan Maxima is newer by 3 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 3,500 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Maxima is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Maxima (286 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 2010 Mazda CX-7. (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Maxima 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 97 kg more than 2013 Nissan Maxima.
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, 2013 Nissan Maxima (354 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda CX-7. (349 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Maxima 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 | 2013 Nissan Maxima | |
| Make | Mazda | Nissan |
| Model | CX-7 | Maxima |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2300 cc | 3500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 286 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 349 Nm | 354 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1718 kg | 1621 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4681 mm | 4843 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1872 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1646 mm | 1467 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2751 mm | 2775 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Highway | 9.4 L/100km | 7.7 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 13.1 L/100km | 10.9 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 76 L |
