2010 Mitsubishi Shogun vs. 2012 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2012 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun would be higher. At 3,199 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun (163 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2012 Mazda CX-7. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun should accelerate faster than 2012 Mazda CX-7. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 46 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun.
Because 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Mazda CX-7. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun (373 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mazda CX-7. (218 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mazda CX-7.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 Mitsubishi Shogun | 2012 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mazda |
| Model | Shogun | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2010 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 373 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1540 kg | 1586 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1880 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2790 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 88 L | 62 L |
