2011 Mazda 6 vs. 2010 Mazda CX-7
To start off, 2011 Mazda 6 is newer by 1 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), 2011 Mazda 6 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 74 more horse power than 2011 Mazda 6. (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mazda 6. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 234 kg more than 2011 Mazda 6. 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 123 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mazda 6. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mazda 6. 2010 Mazda CX-7 has automatic transmission and 2011 Mazda 6 has manual transmission. 2011 Mazda 6 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:
| 2011 Mazda 6 | 2010 Mazda CX-7 | |
| Make | Mazda | Mazda |
| Model | 6 | CX-7 |
| Year Released | 2011 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 2300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 244 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 226 Nm | 349 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1484 kg | 1718 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4920 mm | 4681 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1839 mm | 1872 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1471 mm | 1646 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2789 mm | 2751 mm |
| Fuel Consumption | 7.8 L/100km | 9.4 L/100km |
| Fuel Consumption City | 11.2 L/100km | 13.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 69 L |
