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. Both 2011 Mazda 6 and 2010 Mazda CX-7 are equipped with a 2,500 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mazda 6 (170 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2010 Mazda CX-7. (161 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mazda 6 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 76 kg more than 2011 Mazda 6.
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, 2011 Mazda 6 (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mazda CX-7. (218 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mazda CX-7.
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 | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 170 HP | 161 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 226 Nm | 218 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 1586 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 | 7.6 L/100km | 8.4 L/100km |
Fuel Consumption City | 10.7 L/100km | 11.8 L/100km |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 62 L |